Serapeum: The Tomb Of The Apis Bulls

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During the middle of the 19th century, a young Frenchman by the name of Auguste Mariette was exploring Egypt in search for Coptic manuscripts for the Louvre Museum.

He became enamored with the surrounding history of Saqqara and Memphis, so much so that he forgot his main purpose. It was at this time that he made one of the most startling discoveries at Serapeum, the tombs of the Apis Bulls.

(thanks Lauren)