Built between 1539 and 1075 BC, many believe this area was chosen as a burial site to avoid tomb looting in the pyramids of Giza and the Nile Delta. On the East side of the Valley, tourists can find most of the tombs, but on the West side, only the tomb of Ay can be ►
Built between 1539 and 1075 BC, many believe this area was chosen as a burial site to avoid tomb looting in the pyramids of Giza and the Nile Delta. On the East side of the Valley, tourists can find most of the tombs, but on the West side, only the tomb of Ay can be explored. In addition, each of the graves bears the abbreviation "KV," and the labeling begins with KV1 to KV65.
As it has been a World Heritage Site since 1979, a tour of this zone must be made more apparent. Tourists can admire the works of art and intricate sculptures there. In this regard, the tomb of Seti I is worth the stop and must be the first one viewed. The walls of the passages and pillared rooms decorated with high and low reliefs can be discovered. A massive burial chamber is also decorated with colorful scenes on the wall.
Next on the list is Tutankhamun's tomb, which should be noticed. It is smaller than that of Seti I, but the possibility of seeing the mummy of King Tutankhamun sets the tone for the visit. As for the treasures of this mythical pharaoh, travelers should instead go to the Egyptian Museum because they are all there.
Then, there is the tomb of Ramses V and VI, which is breathtaking. It has a pillared corridor in the middle. The burial chamber is enormous, and the ceiling is decorated with the Book of Heaven, showing the daily regeneration of the solar disk.
Those who wish to venture into the West Valley will only have access to the Tomb of Ay. A short hike is expected before they can reach the burial chamber. The painted decoration displays various deities and a hunting scene in the marshes, rare in royal tombs. ◄
