KV6
مقبرة 6 · 룩소르
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Valley of the Kings, the 'Great and Majestic Necropolis of the Millions of Years of the Pharaoh, Life, Strength, Health in Thebes.' You are standing before KV6, the final resting place of Ramesses the Ninth, a…
Listen in the app2The First Corridor — The King and the Sun
The first corridor of KV6 is remarkably spacious, setting a tone of imperial grandeur. As you walk down the gentle slope, your eyes will be drawn to the vibrant reliefs that still retain much of their original color. …
Listen in the app3The Second Corridor — The Book of the Dead
Moving deeper into the tomb, the second corridor brings us into a more complex theological landscape. Here, the walls are covered with scenes from the 'Book of the Dead' and the 'Book of Caverns.' You will see depictions of the…
Listen in the app4The Pillared Hall — Architecture of Support
We now enter a square hall supported by four massive pillars, a common feature in New Kingdom royal tombs. These pillars are not just structural supports for the mountain above; they are canvases for the King's most intimate…
Listen in the app5The Well Chamber — The Transition to the Sacred
Beyond the pillared hall lies a small, undecorated room often referred to as the 'Well Chamber.' In earlier dynasties, this would have been the location of a deep pit, but here it serves as a simple transition zone. Its lack of…
Listen in the app6The Burial Chamber — The Celestial Vault
We have reached the heart of KV6: the burial chamber. This is the most breathtaking part of the tomb, primarily due to its magnificent ceiling. …
Listen in the app7Ancient Visitors — Graffiti and Discovery
The history of KV6 did not end with the burial of the Pharaoh. Because the tomb remained partially open and accessible throughout antiquity, it became a popular destination for ancient 'tourists'—Greek and Roman travelers who…
Listen in the app8Closing
As you walk back out into the brilliant light of the Valley of the Kings, the transition can be jarring. The vibrant blues and golds of the tomb fade, replaced by the harsh white and tan of the desert limestone. …
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What is KV6?
KV6 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 | 25.4400, 32.3600 |
| Last updated |
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