An exquisitely-preserved 2,500-year-old mummy inside an ancient Egyptian sarcophagus was discovered tonight on #EgyptLIVE. #ExpeditionUnknown | Expedition Unknown

Archaeologists investigate one of the great mysteries of ancient Egypt – the mummy. Teams excavate buried tombs and make shocking discoveries. Join us as we unearth the world's richest seam of ancient treasure on brand new episodes of Lost Treasures of Egypt, Sundays at 8pm, on National Geographic UK. | National Geographic UK

Egyptian Mummies: Guardians of Eternal Life Egyptian mummies are remarkable remnants of a civilization profoundly devoted to the afterlife. Each mummy tells a story of sacred rituals and meticulous care, where the bodies of ancient Egyptians were preserved to ensure their safe passage to eternity. The mummification process, involving the removal of internal organs, salting to prevent decay, and detailed linen wrappings, symbolized a deep-rooted belief in immortality—preserving the body so that t