KV61

Welcome to the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of the New Kingdom pharaohs. While the world flocks to the glittering chambers of Tutankhamun or the grand galleries of Ramesses VI, we stand now before a much more…

We begin at the entrance to KV61. Unlike the grand ramps of the royal tombs, access here is provided by a vertical shaft cut directly into the limestone. …

At the bottom of the shaft lies the main burial chamber. It is a small, roughly rectangular room, measuring about 4 by 5 meters. …

To truly understand KV61, we must look at where it sits. It is located in the southwestern branch of the main Valley, near tombs like KV1 and KV2. …

KV61 was officially 'discovered' and mapped in the early 20th century, a time of feverish archaeological activity in the Valley. One of the key figures associated with this site was Ernest Harold Jones, who worked under the…

One of the most pressing questions about KV61 is the complete lack of decoration. In ancient Egypt, the paintings and texts on tomb walls were not just art; they were 'magical technology' designed to ensure the deceased's…

Today, KV61 remains a quiet, often overlooked part of the Valley of the Kings visitor experience. While it may not have the 'wow' factor of the royal tombs, it is a vital part of the site's ongoing preservation and study. …

Our visit to KV61 concludes here. We have stepped away from the grand narratives of the pharaohs to witness a more modest, yet equally compelling, side of ancient Egyptian history. …