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Mereruka's Mastaba
Mereruka's Mastaba Review
H Mereruka's Mastaba. Shared by his son and his wife, this is the largest mastaba tomb in Saqqara. It dates to the 6th Dynasty (2323-2150 BC) and shows some of the finest scenes of fishing, hunting, metalworking (note the dwarfs), sailing, and force-feeding of animals, including a hyena in the statue chamber. A statue of Mereruka emerging from a niche marks the main offering spot for his cult.
- Address: Saqqara
- Cost: £E60, as part of the Saqqara general admission
- Hours: Daily 8--4
- Location: Saqqara
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