KV12, Ancient tomb in Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Egypt.
This underground burial site extends approximately 92.33 meters in length and features multiple chambers carved into the bedrock at an elevation of 181 meters above sea level.
Originally constructed during the Eighteenth Dynasty and later reused across multiple periods, this tomb served as a burial place for several royal family members throughout different dynastic eras.
The tomb reflects ancient Egyptian burial customs and religious beliefs about the afterlife, serving as evidence of the mortuary practices that ensured divine protection for the deceased in their eternal journey.
Access to the site remains restricted to qualified researchers and archaeologists, with conservation efforts focused on preserving the fragile carved chambers and preventing further deterioration from environmental factors.
Unlike many decorated tombs in the valley, this burial site remains largely unadorned and features an irregular multi-chambered layout that accidentally connects with the nearby tomb KV9 through construction breaches.
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