This is probably one of the most speaking tombs of the Valley, because of its spectacular colors and scenes. Nefertari, the queen and first wife of Ramses 2 The Great. The tomb was first discovered by Schiaparelli in 1904, and was in it were found several mummies from the New Kingdom, among them several women, yet among them unfortunately not that one of Nefertari herself and is to be considered not found or discovered among other female remains of mummies yet. The tomb was in total disaster when found and in bad shape, large parts of the walls were cracked and pushed from the walls by extensive saltcrystalisation as and big parts of the ceiling were fallen down. The tomb was closed for decades, due to the danger of collapse. It was in 1986 that the Getty Conservative Institute undertook the major task and hugh challenge for a complete restoration, which was finished eventually in 1992. In the year 1997 it was finally officialy opened by President Moubarak and opened to the public. Now if your lucky once in a while the tomb is open for a short period. The entrance fee is about 150LE but its sure worth every piaster of it. No cameras are allowed in the tomb and only a short stay of 10 min is what you get to see this magnificent creation on its best. In the neighbourhood just opposite the tomg you find several others belonging to the sons of Ramses 2 and are open to the public also: Chaemwast and Amon-herkhopsef.
Status: Occasionally Open, no glass, not allowed to take pictures
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