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Table of Contents Toggle Discovering the Cemetery of Sennefer in LuxorWho Was Sennefer – The Mayor of ThebesLocation and Historical Significance in the Valley of the NoblesA Masterpiece of Tomb Art – The Tomb of the VinesThe Famous Grape Ceiling – A Unique Artistic LegacyReligious Symbols and Daily Life Scenes on the WallsArchaeological Importance and DiscoveriesExcavation...En savoir plus

Introduction to Sin Negm Cemetery Location and Historical ContextThe tomb of Sin Negm is located in the West Cemetery of Deir el-Medina and is designated as Nott1. It is one of the best-preserved Egyptian tombs. Sin Negm lived during the 19th Dynasty, during the reign of Pharaoh Seti I and the early years of Ramses II....En savoir plus

Nefertari’s Tomb The most magnificent and beautiful of all tombs is the tomb of Queen Nefertari, QV 66. It is famous for the beauty and splendor of its design and colors. It was discovered in 1904 by Ernesto Schiaparelli. Nefertari’s Tomb Nefertari was the wife of Ramses II before he took over the rule of Egypt....En savoir plus

Tutankhamun’s Tomb Tutankhamun’s tomb is located in the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of the Nile and is designated KV62. On November 4, 1922, Lord Howard Carter wrote in his diary: The first step leading into the tomb was found. Tutankhamun’s Tomb Following this discovery, one of the greatest finds in history was...En savoir plus

Valley of the Kings Origin of the Valley of the KingsIn 1539 BCE, the kings of the New Kingdom chose this valley as the site for their eternal tombs. This choice was likely influenced by the nature of the mountain in the area, which was called Ta-Dahnt in ancient times. Significance of the LocationThe highest point,...En savoir plus