Tomb of Ramses VI Luxor

The Tomb of Ramses IV, Luxor, is the third largest excavated among those of the other Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings. Seti I and Ramses II claim the largest tombs but these places do not allow visitors. The mere size of the tomb is awe inspiring. The massive white mound catches the eye from afar and the dark entrance is alluring. Three corridors of the tomb lead to the burial chamber and beautiful pictures and wall paintings on the interiors depict the Egyptian Goddess Nut.

The vivid colors, floral and religious motifs and striking designs create a spectacular impression on the minds of the visitor. The corridors are wide and elaborately embellished with religious and mythological themes. The themes denote the travel of the soul through the boats of the underworld to endure Osiris judgment. They fortify the king with essentials before they enter Osiris' world and also depict the journey from Osiris' to Ra's world where the king's soul will live in eternal bliss. These themes have been brought out vividly in this tomb.

The ceiling murals show winged serpents and the Goddess Nut bringing the essence of the Book of the Day and Night to life. The blue and gold color scheme of this painting captures the imagination of the spectators. Scenes from other sacred texts such as the Book of the Dead, Book of the Caverns, and the Book of the Gates have been allotted space on the walls of the Tomb of Ramses VI in Luxor.

The burial chamber can be reached through an 83 meter long tunnel, burrowed into the mountainside. The inner burial chamber has been broken into many times to retrieve the treasures. The mummy of Ramses IV was actually found in the tomb of Amenhotep II. It was probably left there for safekeeping. Do not miss this opportunity to see the Tomb of Ramses IV in Luxor.