Tomb of Amonherkhopeshef
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WhyCallSarah
Doha, Qatar359 contributions
May 2013 • Family
Amazing. Must see. Far better preserved than the Kings Valley Tombs. The tomb hieroglyphics & images are completely colored and seem so fresh!! Very refined etching and sharp features. Beautiful.
PROs;
Off the beaten path - won't see many tourists - can explore at your leisure - unhurried -
no harassing sales people or guards - can easily finish all 9 open tombs under 3 hours.
CONs:
seething hot sun - very few shade & resting spots - desolate harsh desert valley with uneven and unfinished pathways. No birdlife :-( No photos allowed within the tomb (as is the case with most tombs), Nefertari Tomb which is rumored to be the most beautiful in all Egypt is locked.
No miniature layout to show you where the various tombs are.(I kinda like these 3D representations - they also give me an idea of the elevation I may need to climb to).
TIPs:
1. Get there at opening time - 7am in Summers/Winters.Beat the scorching sun before it gets you.
2. Video Cameras are not allowed in the valley.So maybe leave it back at hotel or have a
reliable person look after it while you are visiting the tombs.My camera which permits video recording and smartphone - were both allowed in despite the sign!
3. Read up about the tomb than have exaggerated tales of guides/guards make your head
swim. My fave: http://goo.gl/eFRqi
4. slather yourself with sun protection creme and definitely get some protective headgear. I got an Indiana Jones Hat (I was sold so!!!) - the large brim helped me decipher my cameras LCD anywhere in the bright desert sun!
5, Carry a flashlight. If there is a power failure and the tombs are not lit - you are well prepared. Also some closed tombs have peering grids atop them - maybe with a flashlight you could get to see details.
6. To visit the closed Nefertari Tomb special permission has to be sought from the Ministry of Antiquities/Tourism - and post a fee of 20,000EGP you will indeed be let in this exclusive & beautiful tomb. King Tut;s tomb is small fry comparatively - he comes at a mere 100 EGP in the Kings Valley. LOL.
7. Tomb ceilings are low - watch that head!
8. Carry drinking water but leave it outside the tomb to reduce presence of humidity within the tombs.
CONCLUSION:
If short on time or too hot to make a trip, the valley of the queens should be your destination to see the most well preserved tombs. This tomb was found in 1903 and does not see too many visitors probably because of the unimportant ranks of the buried persons - but it will impress anyone seeing an ancient Egyptian royal tomb for the first time - it will give you a fair idea of what Egyptian tombs can be all about. It is one of the most colorful tombs open in the valley and also has a granite sarcophagus, The Valley of the Nobles though have richer coloring owing to minimal visits.
I am a bit baffled by the 6 month old human fetus mummified within the tomb though. Also to see an accompanying adult through the child's passage of afterlife is unusual. The jackal head god is the God of death *(Anubis) to whom most offerings are made and deep reverence shown,
Have a lovely visit, You won't regret it. Any questions just message me.
Our travel arrangements:
We had Egypt Inside Out Tour Co arrange a private visit for us. We had a local driver & car to ferry us around. We vehemently asked for NO GUIDE. More often than not we found guides to be more of shepherds imposing their perspectives and timelines on us. We did well with a bit of reading and sans the goading! Happy touring!
PROs;
Off the beaten path - won't see many tourists - can explore at your leisure - unhurried -
no harassing sales people or guards - can easily finish all 9 open tombs under 3 hours.
CONs:
seething hot sun - very few shade & resting spots - desolate harsh desert valley with uneven and unfinished pathways. No birdlife :-( No photos allowed within the tomb (as is the case with most tombs), Nefertari Tomb which is rumored to be the most beautiful in all Egypt is locked.
No miniature layout to show you where the various tombs are.(I kinda like these 3D representations - they also give me an idea of the elevation I may need to climb to).
TIPs:
1. Get there at opening time - 7am in Summers/Winters.Beat the scorching sun before it gets you.
2. Video Cameras are not allowed in the valley.So maybe leave it back at hotel or have a
reliable person look after it while you are visiting the tombs.My camera which permits video recording and smartphone - were both allowed in despite the sign!
3. Read up about the tomb than have exaggerated tales of guides/guards make your head
swim. My fave: http://goo.gl/eFRqi
4. slather yourself with sun protection creme and definitely get some protective headgear. I got an Indiana Jones Hat (I was sold so!!!) - the large brim helped me decipher my cameras LCD anywhere in the bright desert sun!
5, Carry a flashlight. If there is a power failure and the tombs are not lit - you are well prepared. Also some closed tombs have peering grids atop them - maybe with a flashlight you could get to see details.
6. To visit the closed Nefertari Tomb special permission has to be sought from the Ministry of Antiquities/Tourism - and post a fee of 20,000EGP you will indeed be let in this exclusive & beautiful tomb. King Tut;s tomb is small fry comparatively - he comes at a mere 100 EGP in the Kings Valley. LOL.
7. Tomb ceilings are low - watch that head!
8. Carry drinking water but leave it outside the tomb to reduce presence of humidity within the tombs.
CONCLUSION:
If short on time or too hot to make a trip, the valley of the queens should be your destination to see the most well preserved tombs. This tomb was found in 1903 and does not see too many visitors probably because of the unimportant ranks of the buried persons - but it will impress anyone seeing an ancient Egyptian royal tomb for the first time - it will give you a fair idea of what Egyptian tombs can be all about. It is one of the most colorful tombs open in the valley and also has a granite sarcophagus, The Valley of the Nobles though have richer coloring owing to minimal visits.
I am a bit baffled by the 6 month old human fetus mummified within the tomb though. Also to see an accompanying adult through the child's passage of afterlife is unusual. The jackal head god is the God of death *(Anubis) to whom most offerings are made and deep reverence shown,
Have a lovely visit, You won't regret it. Any questions just message me.
Our travel arrangements:
We had Egypt Inside Out Tour Co arrange a private visit for us. We had a local driver & car to ferry us around. We vehemently asked for NO GUIDE. More often than not we found guides to be more of shepherds imposing their perspectives and timelines on us. We did well with a bit of reading and sans the goading! Happy touring!
Written May 12, 2013
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singhasam
Weymouth, UK4,019 contributions
Jan 2019 • Friends
YOU perhaps might not think much of interest could be learned from a boy who died when he was only about fifteen.
But there is more to Amonherkhopeshef, one of the sons of Ramases III, than meets the eye.
For a start, he was a scribe and a cavalry commander and he held the post of fan bearer to the right of the king, a post more important than it seems as he maintained many important positions within the court. He also had a role in the administrative affairs of the entire kingdom of Egypt.
His tomb, which was discovered in 1903, still had a structure and decorations which were in excellent condition despite being looted.
When we came to the entrance to the tomb it was signposted by a large board detailing the name of who was buried inside, their relationship to pharoah and brief details of the tomb and its structure.
We then went down a short flight of steps inside where a guard checked our ticket.
A ramp then leads to an entrance hall with an annex beyond which is the burial chamber.
Early scenes include pharaoh leading his son who is carrying a broad fan of feathers while other scenes show Ramases introducing his son to the gods.
Colours are good throughout and that plus the known facts about this son of Ramases makes it a tomb of interest in its own right.
I would definitely recommend a visit here for anyone's choice of tombs to visit in the Valley of the Queens.
But there is more to Amonherkhopeshef, one of the sons of Ramases III, than meets the eye.
For a start, he was a scribe and a cavalry commander and he held the post of fan bearer to the right of the king, a post more important than it seems as he maintained many important positions within the court. He also had a role in the administrative affairs of the entire kingdom of Egypt.
His tomb, which was discovered in 1903, still had a structure and decorations which were in excellent condition despite being looted.
When we came to the entrance to the tomb it was signposted by a large board detailing the name of who was buried inside, their relationship to pharoah and brief details of the tomb and its structure.
We then went down a short flight of steps inside where a guard checked our ticket.
A ramp then leads to an entrance hall with an annex beyond which is the burial chamber.
Early scenes include pharaoh leading his son who is carrying a broad fan of feathers while other scenes show Ramases introducing his son to the gods.
Colours are good throughout and that plus the known facts about this son of Ramases makes it a tomb of interest in its own right.
I would definitely recommend a visit here for anyone's choice of tombs to visit in the Valley of the Queens.
Written February 4, 2019
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Craig T
San Rafael, CA1,026 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
The star of the Valley of the Queens is the Tomb of Nefertari, perhaps the most beautiful tomb in the world. It's now open to tourists for about 60 dollars for a visit. As long as you are here for that, be surety check out this tomb. After Nefertari, it's a bit of a letdown, but in and of itself it's a nice tomb. Many nice carvings of Amonherkhopeshef and it's fairly large.
Written March 15, 2017
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Zebra_45678
Indianapolis, IN1,097 contributions
Jul 2012 • Solo
This tomb is in the Valley of the Queens and it is worth the time and effort to visit. He was the son of Ramses II and the quality of the wall paintings is very good. You can see his white sarcophagus in the burial chamber.
Bring water as the prices are high in the sales area just before you enter the valley. I highly recommend visiting this tomb. I think your ticket allows you to visit two other tombs, so go see them because they are worth the effort.
Bring water as the prices are high in the sales area just before you enter the valley. I highly recommend visiting this tomb. I think your ticket allows you to visit two other tombs, so go see them because they are worth the effort.
Written July 20, 2012
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srichman48
Carshalton, UK87 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
Son of Ramses III, this is a tomb that is in beautiful condition. The colours on the walls are almost as if they were newly painted. What a treasure to see. Put this on your list.
Written April 19, 2019
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Christena H
Sault Ste. Marie, Canada138 contributions
Jul 2017 • Friends
Though this tomb is in the Valley of the Queens, the tomb belongs to one of Ramses III's sons. It is one of the three tombs you can view with your single entry ticket ( 50 EGP). It is by far the star of the show with it's bright and beautifully painted scenes. And somehow it seems a little less touristy than other tombs because so few people visit. When we were there we were told no photography inside despite previously being told we could purchase a photo ticket. Not sure if it was an attempt at a scam/bribe so we left it alone and just enjoyed the tomb
Written June 7, 2018
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Clemence C
York, UK3 contributions
Nov 2016 • Couples
When you visit the valley of the Queen you can visit 3 tombs at a very low price. Tomb of Amonherkhopeshef is the best preserved out of the 3 (Tomb of queen Tity is the least well preserved) and shows some beautiful colours. Paintings in the valley of the Queen are less complex than in the valley of the King which makes it easier to read and understand who those people where. We really liked it especially after spending a few days visiting temples with guides we were then able to identify the Gods ourselves in those tombs and pick bits of stories ...
Now the most exciting news for people who really want to be amazed by Egyptian tombs :since November 2016 ,Tomb Nefertari is opened at a reduced fair (still very dear: about £50) ... People we met had been waiting all their life to be able to afford to see it so we decided to treat ourselves and go for it too!!!! Tomb Nefertari is a TREASURE! It is so colourful and bright you would think it was painted last week. The tomb shows Nefertari in her journey to the afterlife. Some people say it is the the Chapel Sixtine of Egypt and I won't disagree, when I entered it, I felt : humbled, overwhelmed by its beauty.
Now the most exciting news for people who really want to be amazed by Egyptian tombs :since November 2016 ,Tomb Nefertari is opened at a reduced fair (still very dear: about £50) ... People we met had been waiting all their life to be able to afford to see it so we decided to treat ourselves and go for it too!!!! Tomb Nefertari is a TREASURE! It is so colourful and bright you would think it was painted last week. The tomb shows Nefertari in her journey to the afterlife. Some people say it is the the Chapel Sixtine of Egypt and I won't disagree, when I entered it, I felt : humbled, overwhelmed by its beauty.
Written December 3, 2016
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Claire P
79 contributions
Dec 2012 • Couples
Currently only 3 tombs open in valley of the queens. Amonherkhopeshef was one of Rameses III sons. Nice tomb still in good condition, well lite.
Written December 18, 2012
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Chachapuma
UK103 contributions
Dec 2011 • Friends
This tomb will not disappoint. Situated in the Valley of the Queens this tomb belongs to on of the sons of Ramesses III. The quality of the artwork in this tomb is to a high standard, although some areas have been blacked by smoke due to it once being the residence of a local family. In the areas where the reliefs have been cleaned, the colours are amazing. Amonherkhopesef is depicted beside his father offering to various deities. At the rear of the tomb is high quality representations of canopic jars and Osiris.
If you wish to visit a quieter tomb, this is well worth it
If you wish to visit a quieter tomb, this is well worth it
Written December 18, 2011
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Catherine S
Bolton, UK11,375 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Son of Ramses II and Queen Titi the paintings are in better condition than his mother’s tomb. Sadly the perspex screens in place to protect the paintings are not maintained and are grubby which obscures the colours of the reliefs somewhat. Still worth the visit though.
Written November 12, 2019
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What is Entrance fee here please
Written March 17, 2023
What is Entrance fee here please
Written March 17, 2023
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