KV61

Tomb KV61 is an unused tomb discovered in Egypt's Valley of the Kings. At discovery, it was apparently unused and undecorated, thus its intended owner is unknown. If used, it appears the burial was later moved in its entirety to another location.

KV61
Burial site of nothing (unused)
KV61
Coordinates25°44′22.2″N 32°36′02.8″E
LocationEast Valley of the Kings
DiscoveredJanuary 1910
Excavated byHarold Jones
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KV61 is an abbreviation for the Valley of the Kings, followed by a number to designate individual tombs in the Valley.

Isometric, plan and elevation images of KV61 taken from a 3d model

References

  • Reeves, N & Wilkinson, R.H. The Complete Valley of the Kings, 1996, Thames and Hudson, London
  • Siliotti, A. Guide to the Valley of the Kings and to the Theban Necropolises and Temples, 1996, A.A. Gaddis, Cairo


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