The Valley of the Kings served as Egypt's royal burial ground from ~1539-1075 BCE, covering the 18th-20th dynasties. After centuries of pyramid robberies, pharaohs moved underground. Concealment became part of the burial strategy itself. 🏛️⛏️
Valley of the Kings used as royal cemetery for 500 years during New Kingdom
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- Valley of the Kings served as royal cemetery from approximately 1539 to 1075 BCE
- Covers 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties
- Kings moved burial sites underground after long history of pyramid robberies
- Concealment became part of burial strategy
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