The Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings, is located on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor. This World Heritage Site is home to the tombs of pharaohs such as Tutankhamun, Ramses II, and Seti I. The tombs are carved into the cliffs of the Theban Mountains. Building tombs is an essential part of the ancient Egyptian beliefs in the afterlife.
The tombs in the Valley of the Kings are renowned for their colorful frescoes and the treasures they once contained. Visiting the Valley of the Kings is a deep dive into Egypt’s royal past. It will give you a chance to understand the burial practices of ancient pharaohs.