Dr. Zahi Hawass
1 archived appearance · 1998
EgyptArchaeologyPyramidsEgyptology
Dr. Zahi Hawass (born May 28, 1947) is Egypt's most prominent archaeologist and former Minister of State for Antiquities Affairs, recognized as a researcher specializing in ancient Egyptian monuments, tombs, and the ongoing excavations at the Giza plateau. On Art Bell's programs, he has vigorously defended mainstream Egyptology while engaging with alternative researchers, bringing his experience and commanding presence to discussions of the pyramids, the Sphinx, and Egypt's ancient mysteries.
On the air with Art · 1
Jan 14, 1998 · 1h 24m
Ancient Egypt
Art Bell interviews Dr. Zahi Hawass, Director of Antiquities at Giza, despite suffering from a 102-degree fever. Dr. Hawass discusses the recently completed restoration of the Sphinx, the planned six-month closure of the Great Pyramid for conservation work, and the discovery of tombs belonging to the workers who bui...
