Tomb of Ramesses II, Kings Valley

The tomb of Ramesses II, also known as KV7, in the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of the Nile, near Luxor, Egypt, is a significant archaeological site that reflects the grandeur of the New Kingdom pharaohs. Ramesses II, also known as Ramesses the Great, ruled Egypt for 66 years from 1279 to 1213 BC, becoming one of Egypt's most powerful and celebrated pharaohs. His reign was marked by vast building projects, military expeditions, and a level of opulence that was encapsulated in his final resting place.