QV55 Tomb of Amenkopshef Travel Guide: Top Sights in Egypt, Tours &

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QV55 Tomb of Amenkopshef- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Egypt; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 2 hours

QV55, located at the western end of the main Wadi, is the tomb of Amenherkhepshef, son of Ramses III. The tomb features a long entry ramp leading to several chambers, including a burial chamber with a granite sarcophagus. Though much of the vibrant painted plaster reliefs have faded, some sunken reliefs remain visible. Amenherkhepshef held titles such as 'king's scribe' and 'great commander of the cavalry,' and likely died before year 30 of Ramses III's reign. His tomb's location suggests he was a son of Queen Tyti, and evidence suggests he may have been reburied in KV13. The tomb has been partially restored and is open to visitors, although some chambers remain closed.

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Reviews of QV55 Tomb of Amenkopshef

John

5
Reviewed: 2023-10-16

The second tomb in the valley of the queens that actually belongs to a son of Ramses III and not a queen. Nice depictions of his son being introduced to the gods. There is also a mummified fœtus in the corner of the room.
Angela Vonk

5
Reviewed: 2023-04-30

Not very big, but still beautiful
Iryna Panina

4
Reviewed: 2023-04-27

It's amazing how the tomb has been survived to this date in excellent condition) I recommend it for tourists who starts getting acquainted with the tomb of the pharaoh. This tomb delivers you bright colours and traditional scenes from Ancient Egypt. It's too small but beautiful. There are a lot of people here so the best time to visit it is a low season - winter or early spring.
Gerben Voorsluijs

4
Reviewed: 2023-01-24

One of the better tombs in the valley of the Queens. The colors are nice and seem to be well preserved although the tomb is quite small and not as impressive as the ones in the valley of the Kings. In the tomb there is also a human foetus on display which was found in a grave close by.
Patrick Deckert

5
Reviewed: 2022-04-21

Excellent preserved tomb of prince Amunherchepeschef