Egypt is well-known for its rich ancient history, with a constant stream of groundbreaking archaeological discoveries. Just last month, archaeologists uncovered a long-lost city submerged near a popular Egyptian cruise port . Now, researchers have made another discovery that could rewrite the history of one of the world’s largest religious complexes: Karnak Temple.

An international team led by Uppsala University in Sweden has completed the most detailed geoarchaeological survey ever conducted at the Karnak Temple, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site in present-day Luxor. According to the new study published in "Antiquity," the research reveals how the land beneath the temple formed, why its builders may have chosen this site, and how the decision to build it may have stemmed from Anc

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