A bold new claim suggesting the existence of a vast underground city beneath Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza has ignited a fierce debate among archaeologists and scientists. While some researchers believe they have found evidence of an extensive subterranean network, others dismiss the findings as speculation.
A team of Italian researchers, led by Professor Corrado Malanga from the University of Pisa, has analyzed radar scans that allegedly reveal deep vertical shafts, intricate tunnels, and what appears to be an ancient water system hidden more than 2,000 feet (610 meters) below the surface. The team even speculates that the legendary Hall of Records—believed by some to be a lost archive of ancient Egyptian knowledge—could be buried within this hidden structure.
“Our data suggests something far more elaborate than previously imagined. The possibility of an underground city is real,” Malanga stated during a recent press conference in Italy.
However, leading experts are skeptical. Professor Lawrence Conyers, a radar imaging specialist from the University of Denver, argues that the scanning technology used—satellite-based ground-penetrating radar—lacks the ability to detect structures at such extreme depths. He called the findings “overstated,” though he acknowledged that smaller undiscovered chambers beneath the pyramids remain a possibility.
Similarly, renowned Egyptian archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass dismissed the claims outright, stating, “There is absolutely no scientific evidence to support this theory.” He emphasized that any credible discovery would require extensive excavation and verification by Egypt’s archaeological authorities.
The research, conducted by Malanga alongside Filippo Biondi and Armando Mei, focused primarily on the Khafre Pyramid—one of the three great pyramids at Giza. Despite the excitement surrounding their claims, the study has yet to undergo peer review, leading many in the field to question its legitimacy.
The Pyramids of Giza, constructed over 4,500 years ago along the west bank of the Nile, have long been shrouded in mystery. While theories of hidden chambers and lost archives continue to fuel fascination, concrete evidence remains elusive. Until further verification is provided, the truth of what lies beneath Giza remains an open question.
