Mastaba of Niankhum and Khum-Hotep
The dual Mastaba of Niankh-Khum and Khum-hotep is
located just south of the causeway of Unas near the ticket area. It appears
that they were twins, scenes in the masataba show them as very close. The
tomb was discovered in 1964 near the ramp of Unas, in which a breach was made
in order to reach it. It is one of the largest and most beautiful in the whole
necropolis. Many changes were made, including enlargements during construction.
The oldest part is in fact dug into the rock, while three rooms with a courtyard
were added later, built with blocks of stone using techniques used for the
mastaba. There is also a famous beer making scene.
Period - mid Fifth dynasty, ~2430 BCE
Principle titles - Prophets of Ra in the Sun Temple of Niuserre, Heads
of the Manicurists of the Great house