KV51, Luxor

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Tomb KV51 is located in the Valley of the Kings, in Egypt. It was discovered in 1906 by Edward R. Ayrton excavating on behalf of Theodore M. Davis. The tomb, together with KV50 and KV52 forms a group of three known as the "Animal Tombs". It contained the burials of three monkeys, one baboon, one ibis and three ducks, and is probably associated with nearby tomb of Amenhotep II. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 25°44'27"N, 32°36'8"E

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KV51 – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Ramesseum, Deir el-Medina, Valley of the Queens.

~1650 ftSE
Reconstructed New Kingdom temple
Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Luxor
8 min walk • Nestled against the backdrop of the Theban hills on the west bank of the Nile, the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut in Luxor, Egypt, stands as an architectural marvel of the ancient world. Built in the 15th century BCE, this necropolis is dedicated to one of the most...
1 miSE
Memorial temple to great warrior-king
Ramesseum, Luxor
27 min walk • Nestled in the ancient city of Luxor, the Ramesseum stands as an eloquent testament to Egypt's grandeur during the New Kingdom period. This mortuary temple, dedicated to Pharaoh Ramesses II, is not only a museum of monumental architecture but also a gateway to the...
0.9 miS
Ancient Egyptian workers' village
Deir el-Medina, Luxor
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Luxor, Egypt, Deir el-Medina is an ancient necropolis that offers a unique glimpse into the lives of the workers who built the tombs in the Valley of the Kings. This remarkable site, often overlooked in favor of its more grandiose neighbors...
1 miSW
Ancient royal tombs and excavation site
Valley of the Queens, Luxor
27 min walk • Nestled in the rugged terrain of Luxor, Egypt, the Valley of the Queens is an ancient burial site where the wives of Pharaohs were laid to rest in elaborate tombs. Revered for its historical significance, this valley is a testament to the grandeur of past civilizations...
~1810 ftSE
Terraced ancient temple ruins
Deir el-Bahari, Luxor
9 min walk • Deir el-Bahari, nestled in the city of Luxor, Egypt, is an ancient architectural marvel that serves as a testament to the grandeur of the New Kingdom period of ancient Egyptian history. This mortuary temple complex, part of the Theban Necropolis, is perched on the west...
~360 ftS
Pharaohs' tombs and burial chambers
Valley of the Kings, Luxor
2 min walk • Nestled in the rocky cliffs on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, Egypt, the Valley of the Kings stands as an eternal testament to the grandeur of the ancient pharaohs. This ancient burial ground, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was the final resting place for the kings...
1.2 miE
Tomb
Dra' Abu el-Naga', Luxor
32 min walk • Dra' Abu el-Naga' is a significant archaeological site located on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, Egypt. This ancient necropolis serves as the final resting place for many of Egypt's nobles and court officials from the New Kingdom period, particularly the 17th...
~290 ftSW
Ruins, Historical place
Tomb of Tutankhamun, Luxor
2 min walk • The Tomb of Tutankhamun, situated in the Valley of the Kings in the ancient city of Luxor, Egypt, is one of the most renowned archaeological sites in the world. This ancient burial place of the young Pharaoh Tutankhamun, who ruled Egypt more than 3,000 years ago, was...
1 miSW
Tomb
Tombs of the Nobles, Luxor
26 min walk • Nestled in the rugged limestone cliffs on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, Egypt, the Tombs of the Nobles are an ancient treasure trove of history and art. This sprawling necropolis is the final resting place of the high officials, not royals, who served the...
0.8 miSE
Tomb
TT52, Luxor
20 min walk • TT52, also known as the Tomb of Nakht, is an ancient Egyptian burial site situated in the city of Luxor, specifically in the renowned necropolis of Sheikh Abd el-Qurna. This tomb, belonging to the 18th Dynasty, served as the final resting place for Nakht, who held the...
1.6 miSE
Area
Kurna, Luxor
41 min walk • Kurna, often known as Qurna or Gourna, is an intriguing and historical site located in the city of Luxor, Egypt. Nestled on the West Bank of the Nile, Kurna is situated at the gateway to the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, making it an area steeped in...

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Nearby attractions include Tomb of Tutankhamun, Luxor (2 min walk), Valley of the Kings, Luxor (2 min walk), Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Luxor (8 min walk), DB320, Luxor (9 min walk).