Luxor, Egypt – spanish monarchs King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia concluded their official visit to Egypt today wiht a tour of significant archaeological sites in Luxor, including excavations at the Old Temple of Pharaoh Tutmosis III led by archaeologist Miriam Seco. The royal couple observed ongoing work-conducted with meticulous care using brushes to avoid damaging artifacts-and learned about the finding of a 12-ton porch used by Egyptian priests to worship Tutmosis III.
The visit highlighted Spain’s ongoing contribution to preserving Egypt’s ancient heritage. Spanish researchers are currently involved in 14 missions in the Valley of the Kings, working to recover remains of the ancient civilization. The monarchs also toured the tombs of Pharaohs Ramses V and Tutankhamun, noting the recent technological upgrades implemented by Spanish companies, including new LED lighting and enhanced security and video surveillance systems designed to protect the relics. The Ramses V sarcophagus chamber is located directly behind the tomb of Tutankhamun.
Throughout the trip, King Felipe VI addressed the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, describing the situation as an “unbearable humanitarian crisis” and denouncing the “brutal and unacceptable suffering” of the Gazan population. He reaffirmed Spain’s support for the creation of a “viable Palestinian State” that “coexists” peacefully and securely with Israel, and endorsed reconstruction initiatives for Gaza, stating, “We cannot be oblivious to the reality that surrounds us.”
