KV39

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ancient Egyptian tomb

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역사·문화BY TELLBY

1Orientation

Welcome to one of the most mysterious and secluded locations in the Theban Necropolis: KV39. Situated high in the cliffs of the southern branch of the Valley of the Kings, far removed from the famous clusters of Ramesside tombs,…
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2The Southern Staircase and the Entrance Corridor

We begin our exploration at the southern entrance of KV39. This is one of three separate entrances, a feature that makes this tomb unique in the entire Valley. …
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3The Eastern Axis and the Debris of History

We now move to the eastern branch of the tomb. This section was filled with a massive amount of debris, including stone chips and pottery fragments, when it was first excavated. …
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4The Burial Chamber and the Early Sarcophagi

We reach the heart of the tomb: the central burial chamber. This is where the royal sarcophagus would have once sat. …
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5The Mystery of the Mummified Dog and Monkey

While not directly inside KV39, the neighboring tombs—KV50, KV51, and KV52—are inextricably linked to its story and the surrounding area. These small, simple tombs were found to contain the mummified remains of a dog, a monkey,…
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6The High Lookout and the 'Peak' of the Theban Mountain

As we exit the tomb and stand on the rocky ledge outside, we are at one of the highest points of the Valley of the Kings. Looking up, we see the towering 'Peak,' known to the ancients as El-Qurn. …
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7The Later Reuse and the Priestly Caches

Our final section before the closing looks at the later life of KV39. During the Twenty-first Dynasty, when the power of the pharaohs had waned and tomb robbery became rampant, the High Priests of Amun at Thebes took drastic…
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8Closing

As we conclude our visit to KV39, we are left with more questions than answers, and that is perhaps its greatest appeal. Whether it was the final resting place of Amenhotep I or a grand experiment by an early Thutmosid king, KV39…
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