The archaeologist shared the adventures and struggles that accompanied his numerous excavations and discoveries in the tombs of the pharaohs at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair
Sharjah, November 8, 2025
“My hope is to discover the tomb of Imhotep, the architect of the first pyramid, and the tomb of Queen Nefertiti,” said world-renowned Egyptologist Dr Zahi Hawass during a fascinating session titled “Secrets of the Pharaohs” at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair that is underway at Expo Centre Sharjah running until November 16.

In a captivating interview with Emirati talk show host Anas Bukhash, the host and interviewer of #ABtalks, the archaeologist shared what he has learned from his numerous excavations and discoveries. Hawass who has played a key role in the establishment of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo near the Great Pyramid of Khufu at Giza enumerated his efforts to bring back prized Egyptian antiquities from other countries and museums.
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