QV66 is the tomb of Nefertari, the Great Wife of Pharaoh Ramesses II, in Egypt's Valley of the Queens. It was discovered by Ernesto Schiaparelli (the director of the Egyptian Museum in Turin) in 1904.

The tomb of Queen Nefertari (QV 66), the favourite Great Royal Wife of King Ramses II (lifetime ca. 1303–1213 BC), was discovered by Ernesto Schiaparelli (1856–1928) in the Valley of the Queens in 1904. Her burial had been looted in antiquity, so no trace of the original entrance had been preserved.

Jan 22, 2020 · Nefertari was the first queen and the most beloved wife of Ramesses II (also known as Ramesses the Great). Not only does she have one of the most exquisite tombs in the Valley of the Kings and Queens, but Ramesses II also honored her by building her a temple, the Small Temple at Abu Simbel.

The tomb of Nefertari is located in the Valley of the Queens, near the ancient city of Thebes. It is one of the best preserved and most ornate of all known tombs. The walls are painted with the deities (from left to right) Serket, Isis, Khepri, Osiris (above entrance), Hathor and Horus.

Aug 7, 2023 · Having visited every tomb in the Valley of the Queens (and Kings), you can trust us on how the experience in Nefertari’s tomb compares to others. When it comes to the three other tombs open in the Valley of the Queens, Nefertari’s tomb stands head and shoulders above the rest in every way.

Jan 13, 2025 · The head of the Egyptian Antiquities service has commissioned a scientific study to determine if the tomb can safely be re-opened and, if so, what measures need to be introduced to prevent further risk.

Jul 14, 2022 · Queen Nefertari’s tomb (QV66) in Luxor’s Valley of the Queens is a striking sight. Here’s what you need to know.

Of all tombs in the Valley of the Kings/Queens, the tomb of Nefertari is perhaps the most beautiful and definitely worth the extra cost of admission. The colors of the frescoes are as vibrant as if they had been painted yesterday.

Nefertari’s tomb is known for having the best-preserved and most beautiful paintings of any Egyptian burial site. The walls of the tomb depict Nefertari’s journey to the afterlife, with intricate scenes guided by various guardian spirits and deities, such as Isis, Hathor, and Osiris.

Nov 2, 2024 · The Tomb of Nefertari is renowned for its unique architectural design and exquisite artistry. The tomb consists of a long corridor leading to several chambers, all adorned with vibrant wall paintings and inscriptions that depict Nefertari’s journey into the afterlife.