Amenhotep II, son of Tuthmosis III, is widely considered, from both military and administrative perspective, as one of the great Ancient Egyptian rulers. He led a number of successful military campaigns especially to Nubia and Asia, during the early years of his time in power. Amenhotep II ruled the country for about 34 years. He renovated and enlarged the two temples in Amada and Elephantine that originally constructed by his father.
His tomb, known as the royal cachette, is considered one of the most remarkable and impressive tombs in the Valley of the Kings. It lies about 150 meters west to the famous tomb of Tutankhamen.
This tomb has a lot in common with that of Tuthmosis III (KV 34); the main difference is the more complex structure of the burial chamber. It is designed in a rect...
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