Egyptian archeologists on Saturday uncovered 30 ancient wooden coffins revealing perfectly preserved mummies inside. The coffins were accidentally discovered earlier this week in Egypt's Asasif necropolis on the west bank of the Nile River, where the ancient city of Thebes once stood. /VCG Photo

The intricately carved and painted coffins are estimated to be 3,000 years old and belonged to male and female priests as well as children. /VCG Photo

According to the excavation team leader Mostafa Waziri, the coffins were well preserved because they were well hidden from tomb raiders. /VCG Photo

Egypt's Ministry of Antiquities has described the coffins as one of the "biggest and most important" discoveries in recent years. Twenty coffins pulled from the site will be displayed at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza next year after restoration. /VCG Photo