Tombs of the Nobles

The necropolis contains over 415 numbered tombs carved into limestone cliffs, featuring detailed wall paintings that show daily activities of nobles and officials.

The burial complex served as the final resting place for high-ranking officials and priests during the New Kingdom period of ancient Egyptian civilization.

The painted walls inside these tombs depict religious ceremonies, agricultural scenes, and social gatherings that reveal the customs of Egyptian nobility.

The tombs are accessible through guided tours, with many chambers open to visitors who can observe the preserved artworks and hieroglyphic inscriptions.

Each tomb entrance was marked with clay funerary cones bearing the name and title of the deceased, creating a system of identification.

Location: Luxor Governorate

Part of: Theban Necropolis

GPS coordinates: 25.72780,32.59500

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:21