Tombs of the Nobles
Over 400 tombs of Egyptian elite - governors, scribes, and priests. Features unique daily life scenes and more vibrant colors than pharaonic tombs.
Over 400 tombs of Egyptian elite - governors, scribes, and priests. Features unique daily life scenes and more vibrant colors than pharaonic tombs.
Tickets sold by group. Tomb of Nakht and Menna: 200 EGP. Other tombs: 120-200 EGP
Early morning. Less crowded than major sites, offering more intimate experience with ancient art.
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Valley of the Kings contains pharaohs' tombs with religious themes. Nobles' tombs are smaller but show wonderful daily life scenes: hunting, farming, banquets - with better preserved colors.
Tomb of Nakht (TT52) - wonderful music and dance scenes. Tomb of Sennefer (TT96) - ceiling painted with grapevines. Tomb of Ramose (TT55) - exceptional reliefs.
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