Tomb of Meryre I
Mery-re I was a high priest, and thus his tomb is quite ornate compared to the other, smaller tombs
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Tomb of Huya
Huya was the Steward to Queen Tiy, and Superintendent of the Royal Harem. The tomb is covered in images of Akhenaton decorating Huya and worshipping the sun god.
Read MoreTell el Amarna
Little remains in Tell el Amarna of the vast city of Akhenaton, the temple cit of the pharaoh and center of the worship of the god Aten except some faint foundations and six impressive tombs
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The Northern Palace is the best preserved building in the city. It served as the “Summer Residence” of Akhenaton and Nefertiti.
Read MoreAmarna Northern Tombs
There is not much left of the city of Amarna, but there are six tombs in the cliff overlooking the site that are worth a visit.
Read MoreTomb of Ahmose
The tomb of Ahmose is quite battered, and very simple – a long narrow corridor and a long transverse hall. Along one wall is a lovely relief of the pharaoh in a war chariot.
Read MoreTomb of Panhesy
Penhesy was a high priest, and his tomb is quite ornate compared to the others. It’s about 500 meters south along the cliff, so it is often skipped
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