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Egyptian mummies were originally entombed in the pyramids, but many of them have since been removed, and are in museums.

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What are mummies buried in?

Mummies are typically buried in sarcophagi, which are stone coffins often decorated with intricate carvings and inscriptions. The sarcophagi are placed in tombs or burial chambers to protect the mummies from decay and preserve them for the afterlife.


Are mummies buried inside or beneath the pyramid?

Mummies in ancient Egypt were typically buried inside tombs, such as in the Valley of the Kings, rather than beneath pyramids. The pyramids were monumental structures built to house the pharaoh's tomb, but the actual burial chambers where the mummies were laid to rest were located within the pyramid itself.


how many mummies have ever been found in a pyramid?

Around 100 mummies have been found in the pyramids of Egypt. These mummies belonged to royalty, priests, and other important figures, and were typically buried with elaborate burial goods to accompany them in the afterlife.


The mummies of Egyptian pharaohs were often buried in what type of transport believed to assist them to travel to the next world?

The mummies of Egyptian pharaohs were buried in mummy cases with burial costume that they think is important for immorality after death. They believed on rebirth after death so the dead bodies were buried with food items and things necessary for living.


Where do they burry mummies?

Mummies were traditionally buried in elaborate tombs or catacombs in ancient Egypt. These burial sites were often filled with treasures and items believed to help the deceased in the afterlife. Today, mummies are typically displayed in museums or kept in carefully controlled storage conditions for preservation.