TT414, Ancient noble tomb in El-Assasif, Egypt
TT414 is an underground tomb in El-Assasif with multiple connected chambers, pillars, and passages leading to the burial chamber. The main hall contains three square pillars and an offering table positioned near the eastern supports.
The tomb was originally built during the 26th Dynasty under Pharaohs Psamtik II and Apries for Ankh-hor, who served as Chief Steward to the God's Wife Nitocris. It was later reused and modified by different families over several centuries.
The carved reliefs show scenes of beekeeping and daily activities, offering insights into how ancient Egyptians worked with crops and animals.
Access requires moving through several underground passages with varying light conditions, so visitors should wear sturdy shoes and allow time to navigate the interior. Exploring the different rooms gives a good sense of how the burial complex was organized.
The site was reused by different families over several centuries, with the chamber preserving both original and later additions to the structure. This layering shows how burial places were adapted and modified long after their initial construction.
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