The renowned Egyptian archaeologist, Dr. Zahi Hawass, met with the Speakers of the Parliaments of the Mediterranean countries, led by Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union for the Mediterranean, MP Mohamed Abou El Enein.
Hawass assured the delegations that archaeological, historical, and linguistic evidence proves that the builders of the pyramids were Egyptians. He noted that there is written linguistic evidence within the tombs of the officials and nobles that refers to Khufu and his pyramid. He explained that the pyramid is a symbol of the Sun God and is part of the Egyptian pyramids built from the Third Dynasty until the beginning of the 18th Dynasty. Furthermore, the tombs of the pyramid builders prove to the entire world that the pyramid was Egypt's national project, and that the builders worked on its construction for 32 years.
Hawass added that the Wadi Al-Jarf papyrus was recently discovered, where the foreman, "Merer," discusses the construction of the pyramid and the quarrying of stones from Tura. He announced that the name of Khufu's pyramid is "Akhet Khufu" (meaning Khufu’s Horizon), and the pyramid area was known as "Ankh Khufu" (meaning Khufu Lives).
In response to common myths, Dr. Hawass clarified that there is no evidence of a lost city beneath the Great Sphinx, refuting long-standing rumors. He also denied any suggestions of giants or extraterrestrials being involved in the construction of the pyramids, asserting that these monuments were built by the ancient Egyptians. He emphasized that the pyramids stand as a testament to the genius and perseverance of the ancient Egyptians.
Hawass answered a number of questions posed by the guests regarding the secrets of the Egyptian pyramids.
Hawass expressed his hope for the continuation of such dialogues to promote accurate historical knowledge and global support for Egypt's exceptional archaeological heritage.
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