TT8

The tomb contains a deep shaft leading to corridors and a burial chamber, featuring intact wall paintings depicting offerings and daily life scenes.

Discovered in 1906 by archaeologist Ernesto Schiaparelli, TT8 served as the burial place for Kha, a chief carpenter during the 18th Dynasty around 1400 BCE.

The tomb holds over 400 preserved items, including furniture, clothing, tools, and food offerings, reflecting the burial practices of ancient Egyptian society.

The artifacts from TT8, including wooden sarcophagi and personal belongings of Kha and Merit, are displayed at the Museo Egizio in Turin, Italy.

The mummies of Kha and Merit underwent non-traditional embalming techniques, preserving their remains without removing internal organs and using expensive materials.

Address: PJH2+37, Al Qarna, Luxor Governorate 1340412, Egypt 1340412 1340412

GPS coordinates: 25.72892,32.60089

Latest update: May 11, 2025 07:46