Two pharaohs, one statue: A tale of mistaken identity?
A colossus recently found in Matariya, a working-class neighborhood in Cairo, has proven tricky to identify.Shortly after the 26-foot tall statue was unearthed on March 7, it was identified as Pharaoh Ramses II, one of ancient Egypt’s best-known rulers, but now Cairo officials say it likely portrays Psamtik I, a lesser-known pharaoh of the 26th Dynasty.Recommended:How much do you know about Egypt?
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