Location & History
Where is the Valley of the Kings located?
It is located 18 miles from Luxor and it is where the ancient city of Thebes was. Also it is the west side of the Nile river.
Who has one of the most one nicest tombs in the valley of the kings?
king seti l.
Who decided to start hiding the tombs?
The ancient Egyptian people.
Who guards the Valley of the kings?
Police officers.
Who are still looking for tombs in the valley of the kings?
argeoglist.
How long was the Valley of the Kings used for?
It was used for about 500 years.
What was the biggest tomb found in the Valley of the Kings?
The sons of Ramses ll which had 2 floors.
who are the 3 most well known underground tombs?
Ramses ll, Queen Hatshepsut, and King Tut.
What would the police officers do if they caught the tomb raiders in the act?
They would get prosecuted or tortured for life.
What famous female pharaoh has a temple in the Valley of the Kings?
Queen Hatshepsut.
How many tombs have been found in the Valley of the Kings?
At least 63 tombs.
Who are the famous people in these tombs?
King Tut, Ramses ll, and Seti l tombs.
When did they start using the valley of the kings for rulers who ruled from?
1,500 BCE to 1000 BCE.
Are tomb raiders still a problem in egypt?
no.
Are there unmarked pits in the Valley of the kings?
Yes
What was the lifespan of the Valley of the Kings?
(1539 B.C. - 1075 B.C.)
Who has the smallest tomb in the Valley of the Kings?
King Tuts tomb.
Why did they start hiding tombs in the Valley of the Kings ?
They started hiding tombs in the Valley of the Kings so they would not steal there kings belongings.
Why did the tombs get robbed so much?
Because they contained valuable treasures such as gold and jewels.
how many unfinished tombs are in the valley of the kings?
20
Why did the Valley of the Kings stop being used?
Mostly because of robbers.
What tomb might have been rushed in its building process?
King Tutankhamun's tomb.
How did they hide the tombs?
By putting them over each other.
How did tomb raiders get into the tombs?
They opened the tombs with different kinds of copper tombs and swords
how many years has the Valley of the kings been a burial place?
about 500 years.