KV30
مقبرة 30 · 룩소르
ancient Egyptian tomb
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to KV30, a tomb that stands as an enigma in the heart of the Valley of the Kings. Unlike the grand, sprawling complexes of the Pharaohs we have discussed, KV30 is a relatively modest structure, yet it occupies a prime…
Listen in the app2The 1817 Excavation — The Age of Gentlemen Explorers
The story of KV30 is inextricably linked to the early nineteenth-century 'gold rush' of archaeology. Lord Belmore arrived in Egypt in 1817 with a small fleet of boats and a desire to collect antiquities for his estate in Ireland. …
Listen in the app3Architectural Anonymity — The Power of the Shaft
Analyzing the physical structure of KV30 provides a masterclass in 'minor' tomb design. Unlike the long, straight-axis corridors of the royal tombs, KV30 begins with a vertical shaft. …
Listen in the app4The Mystery of the Occupant
Who was buried in KV30? The absence of inscriptions makes this the central mystery of the tomb. …
Listen in the app5Stratigraphy and Floods — The Valley's Impact
KV30, like its larger neighbor KV5, has been significantly affected by the natural forces of the Valley. Because it is located in a lower area of the central wadi, it has acted as a natural basin for floodwaters over the…
Listen in the app6The Lord Belmore Papyrus — A Parallel Discovery
While KV30 itself was relatively empty, Lord Belmore's 1817 expedition was not a total failure. During his time in Thebes, he acquired several significant papyri from local inhabitants, who were often the primary source of…
Listen in the app7The Valley's Forgotten Community
As we conclude our tour of KV30, let us look at the cluster of smaller tombs around us. KV31, KV32, KV33—these are the forgotten neighbors of the great Pharaohs. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we step away from KV30, take one last look at its position in the center of the Valley. It is a humble structure in a neighborhood of giants. …
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What is KV30?
KV30 is a place in 룩소르 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 룩소르 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 25.7408, 32.6022 |
| Last updated |
