However, Cleopatra’s tomb remains undiscovered. Experts like Zahi Hawass believe it could lie underwater, as much of ancient Alexandria has sunk into the Mediterranean. While tantalizing progress has been made, the queen’s final resting place—and the secrets it holds—continues to elude archaeologist
The search for Cleopatra’s lost tomb remains one of archaeology’s most tantalizing mysteries. Recent investigations, particularly at Taposiris Magna, a temple complex west of Alexandria, have yielded clues that suggest the elusive burial site may be nearby. Kathleen Martínez, a Dominican archaeologist, has spent over a decade excavating the site, uncovering artifacts such as coins bearing Cleopatra’s image and a foundation plate linked to the goddess Isis, with whom Cleopatra identified
In 2022, the discovery of a submerged tunnel beneath the temple sparked further interest. While initially thought to be an aqueduct, some theorize it could be connected to the queen’s final burial arrangements. Additionally, two high-status mummies from Cleopatra’s era, uncovered at the site, suggest Taposiris Magna’s significance as a necropolis
