Pharaoh has been hotly discussed on social media lately regarding the viral video of Cak Nun's statement. But did you know that the tomb of one of the Pharaohs or Kings of Egypt, Tutankhamun or King Tut, which was discovered in November 1922 had shocked the world at that time.
His final resting place was found in extraordinary condition and so were the items that were there, including luxury items.
Not only that, there are ingredients in the form of a curse story that is said to have befallen the team that dug it up, although of course it's just a myth. So, here are 7 facts about King Tut's tomb that we quoted from Fox News.
7 Facts about the Pharaoh's Tomb that Shocked the World
1. When was King Tut's tomb built and how big was it?
According to National Geographic, King Tut's tomb was built more than 3,000 years ago. It was reported that there were 5 rooms in the Pharaoh's tomb complex, including the corridor, the front room and of course the room for burial.
The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism says that King Tut's burial chamber measures 6 by 4 meters and has an ornate rectangular outer sarcophagus. King Tut died at the age of about 19 years in 1323 BC.
2. Location of King Tut's grave
Like other Egyptian pharaohs, King Tut's tomb was built in a location called the Valley of the Kings and is located underground. As the name implies, the Valley of the Kings is a royal burial place for national leaders and powerful nobles, located on the west bank of the Nile River, opposite the city of Luxor.
Tombs in the Valley of the Kings from the 16th to 11th centuries BC were made of stone. Meanwhile, the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities stated that King Tut's casket was made of quartzite with four gods depicted with outstretched wings in each corner.
3. Number of objects found in King Tut's tomb
Many objects were found in King Tut's burial place. According to the Smithsonian Magazine, there are about 5,000 objects found and not all of them have been studied in detail.
These items include luxury fabrics, golden sandals, the iconic golden mask, cheetah shield, beer, wine, oil and many more types.
4. There is another mummy in King Tut's tomb
King Tut's burial complex not only houses ancient objects, but also other human mummies, including his two children who died in the womb. Both were only between 25 and 37 weeks old.
There is also the body of an animal in the form of a dog, which is believed to be a hunting dog named Abuwtiyuw. These dogs are believed to have been bred in Ancient Egypt as pets and human protectors at that time.
5. Value of King Tut's grave
King Tut's grave is of great value. According to research conducted by the International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), the total value of the treasures found is around USD 26 million.
The coffin alone is said to have a value of around USD 1.7 million. In the past, it was believed that some of the valuables in King Tut's tomb had already been looted.
6. Discovery of King Tut's tomb
King Tut's tomb was discovered by British archaeologist Howard Carter on November 4, 1992. "It was a sight beyond anything and we would never have dreamed of seeing it," Carter said at the time.
"We were amazed by the beauty and splendor of the art on display there, beyond anything we could imagine, the impression was extraordinary," he added.
7. The current location of King Tut's body
King Tut's mummy still exists in his burial area, in the Valley of the Kings. To protect it, the king's body is in a climate-controlled glass coffin.
King Tut's body can be witnessed by the general public and tourists. The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism said King Tut's body can be seen every day from 07.00 am to 17.00 pm.