Ancient site · Minya
Amarna Tombs of the Nobles
Rock-cut tombs of the courtiers of Akhenaten's capital, Akhetaten, in the cliffs of Amarna in Minya.
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The story
The Tombs of the Nobles at Amarna lie in Middle Egypt, within Minya Governorate, and are the burial places of some of the powerful courtiers of the city of Akhetaten, from the reign of Amenhotep IV (Akhenaten). They form two groups cut into the cliffs and bluffs on the east side of the dry bay of Akhetaten. There are about 25 major tombs, many decorated and bearing their owner's name. Each seems to reflect the personality and standing of its original owner at court.
Good to know
- The tombs form two main groups cut into the cliffs east of the bay of Akhetaten.
- There are about 25 major tombs, some decorated and others small and unfinished.
- The Northern group has six numbered tombs, among them Meryra (high priest of the Aten, Tomb 4) and Panehsy (Tomb 6).
Visiting tips
Per the Amarna Project: the site is open daily 8:00 to 16:00, tickets are bought at the office near the North Tombs entrance, and reaching the tombs involves high staircases. Please check hours before visiting.