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Nefertari Tomb Entry: Ancient Egypt's Hidden Gem
Al Qarna
Explore the renowned Nefertari Tomb with this exclusive entry ticket. Step back in time as you wander through the intricate chambers and admire the stunning artwork that decorates the walls. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of ancient Egypt with this must-see attraction.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- QV66 Tomb of Nefertari - QV66 is the tomb of Nefertari, the Great Wife of Pharaoh Ramesses II, in Egypt’s Valley of the Queens. It was discovered by Ernesto Schiaparelli (the director of the Egyptian Museum in Turin) in 1904. It is called the Sistine Chapel of Ancient Egypt.[citation needed] Nefertari, which means “beautiful companion”, was Ramesses II’s favorite wife; he went out of his way to make this obvious, referring to her as “the one for whom the sun shines” in his writings, built the Temple of Hathor to idolize her as a deity, and commissioned portraiture wall paintings. In the Valley of the Queens, Nefertari’s tomb once held the mummified body and representative symbolisms of her, consistent with most Egyptian tombs of the period. Now, everything had been looted except for two thirds of the 5,200 square feet of wall paintings. For what still remains, these wall paintings characterized Nefertari’s character.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
- Tipping
Location
QV66 Tomb of Nefertari
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
