Satellite archaeology researcher Angela Micol has located what could be a very ancient pyramid complex in southern Egypt. The complex could also be the remains of a fortified settlement built in later times, during the Ptolemaic period. From above, though, the structures appear to be far more deeply eroded than would be the case if they were just 2,000 years old. If they are not natural formations, they are probably thousands of years old.
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In a recent NASA satellite survey of Egypt, archaeologists discovered 17 pyramids that had been buried in the sand, as well as more than 1,000 tombs and 3,000 ancient settlements. Ground level excavations have already confirmed the existence of two of the pyramids. Ancient Egyptian buildings were made of mud brick, which is denser than the sand surrounding them, which allowed the satellites to spot the buried shapes. The scientists think that, using satellites, they may eventually discover an entire lost city.
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Last year when William Henry went to Egypt, the tour was interrupted by the revolution. This year, watching American media, everyone expected the worst. But that is NOT what happened! William and the group found a calm, peaceful country and an improving economy, and so William has come back with a thrilling report. Listen as he describes an exciting new dig near the Osirion, one of the oldest structures on Earth, and tells how the climate has changed since the fall of the old regime. Egypt, still the greatest show on earth!

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