The pharaohs of the New Kingdom were typically buried
in grand tombs located in the Valley of the Kings, near the ancient city of Thebes (modern-day Luxor, Egypt). These tombs were built to be hidden and protected, as the pharaohs believed that their afterlife would be threatened if their tombs were disturbed.
The tombs in the Valley of the Kings were carved deep into the rock, with long corridors and multiple chambers. They were decorated with elaborate wall paintings and filled with treasures, including furniture, statues, and jewelry, all intended to accompany the pharaoh on his journey to the afterlife.
One of the most famous tombs in the Valley of the Kings is that of Tutankhamun, known as KV62. Discovered in 1922 by archaeologist Howard Carter, it was relatively small compared to other pharaohs' tombs but contained a vast array of treasures, including the iconic golden burial mask of Tutankhamun.
The pharaohs of the New Kingdom believed in the concept of the afterlife and invested significant resources in constructing their tombs to ensure a smooth transition into the next world. The Valley of the Kings served as their final resting place, hidden away from looters and protected for thousands of years until their rediscovery in modern times.