Ägypten - Das Grab der heiligen Stiere

The documentary presents an in-depth look at the burial practices of the Apis bulls, which were interred in the vast underground necropolis of Saqqara for over a millennium. With a backdrop of Egyptology, it focuses on the groundbreaking discoveries made by French Egyptologist Auguste Mariette in 1850 and the subsequent efforts by contemporary researchers to explore uncharted areas of the site.

Viewers will gain insight into the rich history of the Apis bull cult and the elaborate rituals that surrounded these sacred animals. The film also highlights the challenges faced by archaeologists, such as the collapse of ceilings in key galleries, which have hindered full exploration of the necropolis. As the Egyptologists search for new burial chambers, the documentary promises to unveil mysteries that have remained hidden for centuries.