"These investigations are expected to help researchers develop a clearer understanding of the two statues, the area's history and its architectural development during ancient Egyptian times," the statement concluded.
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The discovery is the latest in a series of archaeological finds shedding new light on the ancient Egyptian ruler.
Ancient egyptian carvings on stone during excavation [...] "The statue's head was also uncovered, with its facial features still clearly visible and well-preserved," officials said of the second statue. "These features closely resemble those of the first statue."
Excavations and archaeological studies at the site are ongoing, officials added.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS [...] Last year, Fox News Digital spoke with Jean-Guillaume Olette-Pelletier, an Egyptologist who identified ancient propaganda praising Ramses II on a 3,300-year-old obelisk in Paris' Place de la Concorde.
Andrea Margolis is a lifestyle reporter for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. Readers can follow her on X at @andreamargs or send story tips to [email protected].
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