Dr. Zahi Hawass revealed a 30-metre hidden corridor inside Egypt’s Pyramid of Khufu at Sharjah International Book Fair.
SHARJAH: A hidden archaeological marvel inside one of Egypt’s most iconic monuments is set to reshape ancient history, according to renowned Egyptologist Dr. Zahi Hawass. Speaking at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair, Dr. Hawass announced the forthcoming revelation of a new discovery inside the Great Pyramid of King Khufu, slated to be fully unveiled in 2026.
Dr. Hawass described the discovery as a “remarkable” 30-metre-long corridor, detected using state-of-the-art scanning technology. The passage leads to a sealed door deep within the structure — a feature that, he claims, could potentially change historians’ understanding of Egypt’s pyramid-building era. The corridor’s exact purpose and what lies beyond the sealed entrance remain a mystery, adding intrigue to an already momentous find.
The Egyptologist shared that modern tools such as radar imaging and robotic exploration had played a major role in unearthing this void. These advancements, combined with traditional archaeological methods, are helping researchers safely investigate the pyramid’s interiors without damaging the ancient stonework.
Reflecting on his career, Dr. Hawass recounted his unexpected journey from aspiring lawyer to passionate archaeologist. He credited this path with leading him to uncover numerous secrets of Egypt’s ancient civilisation, many of which continue to captivate global audiences.
He also highlighted the upcoming opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, calling it one of the world’s greatest cultural institutions. The museum will display over 5,000 artifacts from Tutankhamun’s tomb in full for the first time. “I assure you, when you visit the museum, you will feel an extraordinary sense of greatness,” he said.
With anticipation building for the official 2026 reveal, Dr. Hawass’s insights at the book fair offered an exciting glimpse into the future of Egyptology and its evolving story.
