People often ask me, ‘well, it’s not really as exciting as Indiana Jones, now is it?’
I reply, ‘to an archaeologist, yes, it certainly is!’

— Zahi Hawass

Dr. Hawass in KV 9
Dr. Hawass in KV 9

Dr. Hawass inside KV 9 in the Valley of the Kings.  Begun by Ramses V, it was usurped by Ramses VI, although it was never completed.  This tomb has many ancient graffiti on its walls, since it has been open since antiquity.  (Photo: SCA)

Location

Egypt
25° 43' 14.646" N, 32° 35' 47.1696" E

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