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Many tombs and burial sites are much more than just a resting place for the dead. They also stand as evidence of ancient architectural excellence, reflect their builders' beliefs and vision of the afterlife as well as the diversity of burial practices through time and space.
Egypt’s tombs are famous for their exquisite carvings, vibrant murals, and one-of-a-kind architecture. Many of these tombs were constructed during the Old Kingdom period to contain the relics of great pharaohs and their families.
Out of them all, these are some of the world's most famous tombs to visit and discover who rests within them and what their stories were. The Mausoleum of Augustus in Rome, Italy, is one of the remarkable ruins where the remains of five Roman emperors were tombed.
Some of the most famous tombs in the world include the pyramids of Egypt, the Taj Mahal, the Thirteen Tombs of the Ming Dynasty, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Prophet’s Mosque in...
A tomb, according to Britannica’s entry, is “a home or house for the dead.” Here are 21 tombs (or sites of many individual tombs) from around the world that show the varied ways that different cultures at different times have housed and honored their dead.
From Sutton Hoo to King Tut ’s crypt, ancient burial places have provided some of the most exciting discoveries in archaeology, revealing fascinating stories (and eye-popping bling)...
Today, let’s look at 10 famous tombs around the world and reflect together on the impact a single life can have and how long memories can last. #1 – The Pyramids at Giza (Cairo, Egypt) More than likely, you’ve heard of the Pyramids at Giza , but did you know that they were built as tombs for Pharaohs Khufu (father), Khafre (son), and ...
This is a list of tombs and mausoleums that are either notable in themselves, or contain the remains of a notable person/people. Tombs are organized by the person buried in them, sorted according to origin of the person.
All three of Giza's famed pyramids and their elaborate burial complexes were built during a frenetic period of construction, from roughly 2550 to 2490 B.C. The pyramids were built by Pharaohs...
Mortuary architecture in Egypt was highly developed and often grandiose. Most tombs comprised two principal parts, the burial chamber (the tomb proper) and the chapel, in which offerings for the deceased could be made.