Ancient Egypt Expert Rejects Claims of Secret City Under Giza Pyramids as ‘Fake News’!
A Controversial Discovery
The Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, have always been shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Recently, the discovery of an alleged underground city beneath the Giza pyramids Necropolis has sparked a heated debate within the archaeological community. Three Italian researchers, Professor Corrado Malanga, Filippo Biondi, and Armando Mei, claimed to have found what they described as ‘vertical cylinders’ and structures deep beneath the Pyramid of Khafre. However, renowned Egyptologist Zahi Hawass quickly dismissed these findings as ‘fake news,’ fueling an intense academic clash.
The Controversial Findings: An Underground World
The Italian team asserts that their research beneath the Khafre Pyramids reveals hidden chambers, spiral staircases, and even what appears to be a water system. They speculate that these findings could indicate a long-lost underground city, with some even suggesting the existence of the fabled Hall of Records, a mythical library thought to contain ancient knowledge of the civilization. Professor Malanga has been vocal about the supposed discovery, saying that further magnification of their images will reveal an underground world of many structures, all potentially concealed beneath the Giza Pyramids.
Zahi Hawass Responds: Debunking the Discovery
Dr. Zahi Hawass, one of the leading figures in Egyptian archaeology, has quickly debunked these claims. In a post on his verified Facebook page, Hawass stated that the news circulating about the discovery was “completely wrong” and lacked any scientific basis. He refuted the idea that any radar or tomographic images had been used effectively inside the Giza pyramids and clarified that no permits had been granted for such work. According to Hawass, the methods used by the Italian team were not validated, making their findings highly questionable.
Academic Backlash: Experts Weigh In
The criticism didn’t stop with Hawass. Radar expert Professor Lawrence Conyers from the University of Denver also weighed in on the issue. Conyers, an expert in archaeology, pointed out that the technology employed by the Italian team is unable to penetrate the ground to the depth they claim. According to Conyers, the research team’s findings are “a huge exaggeration,” emphasizing that while there may be structures under the pyramid, the evidence presented does not support the existence of a hidden city.
The Mystery of the Pyramids Continues
As the debate over the discovery of an underground city beneath the Giza Pyramids intensifies, one thing remains clear: the mysteries surrounding these ancient monuments are far from being solved. While the claims made by the Italian researchers have been heavily criticized, the fascination with the Giza Pyramids endures. Whether or not the underground city ever exists remains uncertain, but the ongoing clash of opinions will surely keep the Pyramids in the global spotlight for years to come.
