Innovative radar technology unveils hidden chambers below Giza’s great pyramids
The Pyramid of Cheops illuminated by the sun in backlight, with people entering inside to visit it, the area with the great pyramids of Giza, Egypt. (Adobe Stock Photo)
Italian scientists’ new research sheds light on the hidden underground network beneath the pyramids, offering unprecedented insights into ancient Egypt.
An exceptional discovery has emerged from beneath Egypt’s iconic pyramids, as an underground network of structures, chambers, and corridors was revealed without moving a single stone or incurring any cost. The remarkable findings were presented to the international press on March 15 and March 16, during a public conference held in Castel San Pietro Terme, Bologna, where nearly 1,000 people gathered to witness the groundbreaking revelation.
Khafre research project: A groundbreaking approach to exploration
This extraordinary discovery was made by the Khafre Research Project, known as “The Khafre Research Project SAR Technology,” led by a team of researchers including Corrado Malanga, Filippo Biondi, Armando Mei, and Nicole Ciccolo, the head of communications. Their work utilizes a highly innovative approach using synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology, which enabled the team to reveal intricate underground structures beneath the pyramids of Giza.
Malanga, a researcher with a rich background in chemistry and organic synthesis, has published over 60 articles on various scientific topics. His work, which has focused on organic chemistry and sustainability, contributed significantly to this exploration. Meanwhile, Biondi, an expert in telecommunications engineering, and Mei, a historian with expertise in African civilizations and Egyptology, have played pivotal roles in analyzing and interpreting the data. Ciccolo, with her background in forensic document analysis, supported the project’s communication efforts.
Innovative radar technology illuminates ancient mysteries
For the first time, the research team employed Doppler tomography with Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), a non-invasive technology that allows for the analysis of structures deep below the surface. This innovative method, which transforms radar electromagnetic signals into phononic data capable of detecting millimeter-level shifts in structures, was developed by Biondi. The technology allowed for the detection of vibrations emitted by the materials within the pyramids, extending hundreds of meters underground.
Through this process, the team was able to create a 3D model of the Great Pyramid of Khufu. The findings led to a new understanding of the pyramid’s internal structures, revealing previously unknown corridors and rooms both above and below the ground level. The radar also identified an extensive network of vertical shafts and large underground chambers, with depths reaching up to 1000 meters.
Uncovering hidden architecture beneath Giza
One of the most intriguing aspects of the discovery involves five previously undiscovered structures located at the heart of the Pyramid of Khafre, situated above the “Belzoni Chamber,” which was once believed to contain the Pharaoh’s sarcophagus. These newly identified structures share the same design as the “Zed” structures found in the Pyramid of Khufu, offering compelling evidence of interconnected geometric pathways and other secondary constructions visible from satellite angles.
The radar data revealed cylindrical underground constructions extending for hundreds of meters beneath the Giza Plateau. Among these, eight vertical shafts aligned in parallel rows descend to a depth of 648 meters, merging into two massive cubic “boxes” measuring about 80 meters per side. These cylindrical shafts resemble similar tubular constructions found in other parts of the world, including India, Italy, and Türkiye, notably the famous San Patrizio Well.
A new chapter in Egyptology: The search continues
The research team has now turned its focus to the Pyramid of Menkaure (Mykerinos), as well as the entire underground network extending beneath all three pyramids—Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure—spanning nearly 2 kilometers (1.24 miles). This unprecedented discovery is reshaping our understanding of ancient Egyptian civilization and its architectural marvels. The structures uncovered form a vast area of non-natural constructions following complex geometries, offering profound insights into the ancient world.
In the coming months, further analysis and potential excavation of the identified structures will continue, with hopes of confirming their artificial nature. The team has announced that updates on the project’s progress will be shared soon, marking the next phase in this groundbreaking journey.
