1400 mummies found in Egypt's 'City of Dead', story of mysterious deaths revealed

Archaeologists have discovered 36 tombs in an Egyptian city. Each tomb contains 30 to 40 mummies. These tombs have been found in an Egyptian city, which scientists are comparing to the "city of the dead". According to Science Times, the tombs were used for 900 years and it is believed that the people buried there died of infectious diseases.

The outlet further said that the city where the tombs have been found is named Aswan, formerly known as Swan, which translates to "market". The city of Aswan was founded more than 4,500 years ago and played an important role in trade, excavation and even as a military area. Aswan is located on the east bank of the Nile River. The city's population included ancient Persians, Egyptians, Romans, Greeks and subtropical Africans.

The team of archaeologists worked at the site for five years. Milan archaeologist Patrizia Piacentini said the burial site stretches to a depth of about 270,000 feet. It consists of 10 terraces of ancient tombs arranged in layers on a hill near the modern Aga Khan III's mausoleum, the Science Times report further said.

The excavation project revealed that people were buried according to their class. Archaeologists found that the elite were located at the top of the hill, while middle-class people were buried below them.

The team said the tombs date back between 600 BC and 300 AD. This time period covers several important parts of history, including Persian rule, the Greek Ptolemaic dynasty and Roman rule.

The team hopes to continue its efforts to uncover the diverse population history of the Egyptian city of Aswan.