KV44, Ancient tomb in Valley of the Kings, Egypt
KV44 is an ancient tomb in the Valley of the Kings that extends about 6 meters deep into limestone rock. A single corridor leads to a burial chamber with no decorations beneath the desert surface.
The tomb dates from the New Kingdom period of ancient Egypt and is part of the many burial sites in the Valley of the Kings. It shows how the royal cemetery was used across many centuries.
The tomb displays the underground building style that ancient Egyptians used, showing how they thought about the afterlife. Its simple structure reveals how people prepared their dead for what came next.
Access is through organized tours from Luxor, with morning hours offering cooler temperatures for exploring. Bring plenty of water and wear comfortable shoes since the ground is uneven inside.
Unlike many tombs in the area, this one was built without wall paintings or inscriptions, making it a rare example of a bare burial chamber. This simplicity may suggest it was intended for someone of lower wealth or status.
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