THIS November marks 100 years since British archeologist discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun - and the world’s fascination with the famous pharaoh is unwavering.
Yet, no amount of coverage or hype prepares you for actually meeting the legendary boy king...
Yet, no amount of coverage or hype prepares you for actually meeting the legendary boy king...
LUXOR LUXURY: The Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa gives the modern traveller an opportunity to live like a royal
Much like chancing upon a high profile celebrity - albeit this megastar of ancient Egyptian history is more than 3,300 years departed - goosebumps rise on entering the tomb in Luxor’s Valley of the Kings.
While smaller and less extensively decorated than some neighbouring chambers, to witness the royal’s mummified figure within his final resting place is surreal and a humbling hint at Carter’s likely thrill on first uncovering this arguably most coveted of tombs.
While smaller and less extensively decorated than some neighbouring chambers, to witness the royal’s mummified figure within his final resting place is surreal and a humbling hint at Carter’s likely thrill on first uncovering this arguably most coveted of tombs.
