Egyptian authorities are completing the excavation of what they think is an ancient eight meter statue of Ramses II, which they say is one of their most important archeological discoveries, ever. Ramses II, one of the most celebrated pharaohs in Egyptian history, ruled more than 3,000 years ago.
Statue of Egyptian King Ramses II Excavated

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Archaeologists covers the statue before transporting.

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Policemen guard the site, while residents are celebrating the discovery.

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Ahmed, one of the residents in the area, shows the excavation of one of the famous ancient rulers.

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Ahmed watches the excavation of Ramses II statues. He said, “the rest of the statues is under our house, hopefully they pull it, but they have to compensate with us and offer another place to live in."