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Author : Alberto Siliotti
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Egypt
ISBN : 0297822632
Author : Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 25 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2019-09-24
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1695333578
The Valley of the Kings is an Egyptian archaeological locality in the hills immediately behind the West Bank of Luxor. As such, it is one of the most remarkable archaeological destinations in the world - the burial place of most of the pharaohs of Egypt of the New Kingdom. The tombs within the Valley are designated by a KV number, standing for "King's Valley". The tomb of Tutankhamun, for example, is also known as KV62. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.
Author : Kent R. Weeks
Publisher : White Star Publishers
Page : 572 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Art
ISBN : UOM:39015063327509
Here is a thorough, easy-to-use guide to the vast and stunning collection of art and antiquities found in Egypt's archaeological paradise, the Valley of the Kings. The Tomb of Tutankhamun and its contents are featured prominently, as are the temples of Luxor and Karnak, the dromos, the Luxor Museum, the Chapel of Achoris, the Valley of Asasif, the Ramesseum, the Valley of the Queens, and the Colossi of Memnon. Dendera, Esna, Abydos Edfu, and Korn Ombo-all peripheral locations to the major sites-are included because their state of preservation makes them especially interesting for visitors and scholars. Weeks has spent his career documenting the regions and infuses this guide with a level of clarity and detail not previously achieved in a handbook.
Author : John Romer
Publisher : Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Page : 373 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : History
ISBN : 184212045X
The classic historical account of one of the world's richest archaeological sites.
Author : Kent R.Weeks
Publisher : Amer Univ in Cairo Press
Page : 563 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9774248007
"The scale and richness of the tombs and temples on the banks of the Nile at Luxor have attracted and fascinated travelers for thousands of years. Now finally comes the vade mecum that generations of visitors would have loved to have. "The Illustrated Guide to Luxor and the Valley of the Kings, fully illustrated with superb color photographs, not only provides a comprehensive itinerary through the tombs and monuments of ancient Thebes and the museums of modem Luxor but also has extensive chapters devoted to the history of the city and Egyptian religion, as well as advice for the modem traveler on hotels and restaurants. Detailed itineraries lead us first through the sites on the east bank of the Nile, including Karnak and Luxor temples, the Luxor Museum, and the Museum of Mummification. Then we cross to the west bank for a thorough exploration of the temples--the Ramesseum, Deir alBahari, Medinet Habu, and more--and the tombs of the Kings, the Queens, and the Nobles. The combination of authoritative texts, full-color photographs, planimetric maps, and descriptions of every major tomb and monument in Luxor will facilitate and enhance any visitor's tour of one of the world's richest and most significant collections of archaeological sites.
Author : Nigel Strudwick,Helen Strudwick
Publisher : Cornell University Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0801436931
"After reviewing the topography of the site, the Strudwicks recount the history of Thebes from the city's rise in the late Old Kingdom to the peak of its power in the New Kingdom and to its gradual decline in the Graeco-Roman period.
Author : Chris Naunton
Publisher : Thames & Hudson
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09-24
Category : History
ISBN : 9780500774526
An exciting archeological exploration of ancient Egypt that examines the potential for discovering the remaining “lost” tombs of the pharaohs. Tombs, mummies, and funerary items make up a significant portion of the archeological remains that survive ancient Egypt and have come to define the popular perception of Egyptology. Despite the many sensational discoveries in the last century, such as the tomb of Tutankhamun, the tombs of some of the most famous individuals in the ancient world—Imhotep, Nefertiti, Alexander the Great, and Cleopatra—have not yet been found. Archeologist Chris Naunton examines the famous pharaohs, their achievements, the bling they might have been buried with, the circumstances in which they were buried, and why those circumstances may have prevented archeologists from finding these tombs. In Searching for the Lost Tombs of Egypt, Naunton sheds light on the lives of these ancient Egyptians and makes an exciting case for the potential discovery of these lost tombs.
Author : Theban Mapping Project
Publisher : American Univ in Cairo Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Atlases
ISBN : 9774248201
From the tomb of Tutankamon to the recently discovered tomb of the sons of Ramesses II, this provides the first detailed maps and plans of one of the world's most famous archeological sites and will be a standard reference for years to come. 72 maps and plans.
Author : Trevor Naylor,Peter Mavrikis
Publisher : Visual Explorer Guide
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2020-09-14
Category : Egypt
ISBN : 1838860169
From Neolithic cave paintings in Wadi Sura to the Valley of the Kings and the rock-cut temples at Abu Simbel, Ancient Egypt takes a colorful look at the surviving wonders of Egyptian antiquity. Arranged by region, this photographic guide explores ancient settlements on the Nile, vast temple complexes at Karnak and Luxor, the pyramids and Sphinx, and lesser-known but still fascinating sites. Expertly written text reveals how Egypt became such a powerful force in the ancient world.
Author : Rough Guides
Publisher : Rough Guides UK
Page : 566 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2013-02-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781409324249
The new full-colour Rough Guide to Egypt is the definitive guide to this amazing country, whose ancient civilization still fascinates today. But there's more to Egypt than just pyramids and temples. The Red Sea offers some of the world's finest diving, a few hours by air from Europe. There are awesome dunes and lush oases to explore in its deserts, and fantastic bazaars and mosques in the capital, Cairo. Detailed accounts of every attraction, along with crystal-clear maps and plans, make it easy to access anything from remote oases to nightlife that only locals know. You'll find lavish photography and colour maps throughout, along with insider tips on how to get the best out of Luxor's temples or Sinai's beach resorts. At every point, the Rough Guide steers you to the best hotels, cafés, restaurants and shops across every price range, giving you balanced reviews and honest, first-hand opinions. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Egypt. Now available in ePub format.
Author : Alberto Siliotti
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Temples
ISBN : 9774248546
Author : Howard Carter,A. C. Mace
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-19
Category : History
ISBN : 9780486141824
This book captures the painstaking, step-by-step process of excavation, and the wonders of the treasure-filled inner chamber. 106 on-the-spot photographs depict the phases of the discovery and the scrupulous cataloging of the treasures.
Author : Michelle Moran
Publisher : Crown
Page : 343 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307381750
In ancient Egypt, a forgotten princess must overcome her family’s past and remake history. The winds of change are blowing through Thebes. A devastating palace fire has killed the Eighteenth Dynasty’s royal family—all with the exception of Nefertari, the niece of the reviled former queen, Nefertiti. The girl’s deceased family has been branded as heretical, and no one in Egypt will speak their names. A relic of a previous reign, Nefertari is pushed aside, an unimportant princess left to run wild in the palace. But this changes when she is taken under the wing of the Pharaoh’s aunt, then brought to the Temple of Hathor, where she is educated in a manner befitting a future queen. Soon Nefertari catches the eye of the Crown Prince, and despite her family’s history, they fall in love and wish to marry. Yet all of Egypt opposes this union between the rising star of a new dynasty and the fading star of an old, heretical one. While political adversity sets the country on edge, Nefertari becomes the wife of Ramesses the Great. Destined to be the most powerful Pharaoh in Egypt, he is also the man who must confront the most famous exodus in history. Sweeping in scope and meticulous in detail, The Heretic Queen is a novel of passion and power, heartbreak and redemption.
Author : Kent R. Weeks,Nigel J. Hetherington
Publisher : American University in Cairo Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2014-03-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781617975721
During the New Kingdom (c. 1570-1070 BCE), the Valley of the Kings was the burial place of Egypt's pharaohs, including such powerful and famous rulers as Amenhotep III, Rameses II, and Tutankhamen. They were buried here in large and beautifully decorated tombs that have become among the country's most visited archaeological sites. The tourists contribute millions of badly needed dollars to Egypt's economy. But because of inadequate planning, these same visitors are destroying the very tombs they come to see. Crowding, pollution, changes in the tombs' air quality, ever-growing tourist infrastructure-all pose serious threats to the Valley's survival. This volume, the result of twenty-five years of work by the Theban Mapping Project at the American University in Cairo, traces the history of the Valley of the Kings and offers specific proposals to manage the site and protect its fragile contents. At the same time, it recognizes the need to provide a positive experience for the thousands of visitors who flock here daily. This is the first major management plan developed for any Egyptian archaeological site, and as its proposals are implemented, they offer a replicable model for archaeologists, conservators, and site managers throughout Egypt and the region. Published in both English and Arabic editions and supported by the World Monuments Fund, this critical study will help to ensure the survival of Egypt's patrimony in a manner compatible with the country's heavy reliance on tourism income.
Author : Alberto Siliotti
Publisher : Amer Univ in Cairo Press
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9774247183
