( CNN) The Egyptian Ministry of Antiquitiesannounced its most recent discovery of a preserved doubled graveyard containing the remains of a human, his wife, and mummified animals, including cats and mice.
“It’s one of the most exciting discoveries ever in the area, ” said Dr. Mustafa Waziri, Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities.
The most impressive discovery was that of 50 animals and a human mummy. Eagles, falcons, ibex, cats and mice were all determined mummified in the mausoleum.