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Informational Signboards

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Informational signboards throughout the Valley of the Queens provide essential historical and archaeological context. They help visitors understand the significance of tombs, structures, and the surrounding landscape. The signboards include explanations, illustrations, and dates related to royal burials and excavation work. They are placed near key points along visitor routes. For travelers, these signboards enrich the visit by offering clear and accessible information during exploration

What to See & Do

  • 📖 Read the historical explanations to understand the site’s evolution over time ⏳ 📜
  • 👑 Learn about the royal tomb owners including the powerful wives of Ramesses II 🏛️ 🏺
  • 🔬 Understand the meticulous excavation efforts led by pioneers like Ernesto Schiaparelli 🏗️ 🗝️
  • 🔎 Identify key site features such as the Grotto and the sacred Cascade area ⛰️ ✨
  • 🗺️ Plan your further exploration by reviewing the comprehensive valley master maps 🧭 📍

How to Get There

  • 👣 Find the signboards located conveniently on foot along the designated paths 🚶 🏁
  • 🅿️ Park at the entrance and walk toward the primary informational hub 🚗 📍
  • 🎒 Listen as your guide references the panels during official guided visits 👤 📜

Travel Tips

  • ⏳ Take ample time to read each signboard carefully to absorb the history 📚 ✅
  • 🧐 Combine your reading with active site observation to spot architectural details 🔎 🧱
  • 🛑 Be courteous and avoid blocking the narrow walkways for other travelers 🚶‍♂️ ⚠️
  • 👮 Follow all the posted site rules regarding photography and conservation 📋 🤝

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕒 12:45 PM – Stop at the main signboard area to orient yourself for the afternoon 🕛 📍
  • 🕒 01:00 PM – Read the historical details regarding the 19th and 20th Dynasties 📖 🏺
  • 🕒 01:20 PM – Observe nearby features like the workmen’s huts and ancient trails 👣 🛖
  • 🕒 01:40 PM – Continue your walking route toward the more remote burial chambers 🏜️ 🏁

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Accessible During Site Hours: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Entry Fee:

Entry Fee: Included with site ticket

Best Time to Visit:

Best Time to Read: Morning or late afternoon

Location

📌Informational Signboards, Valley of the Queens, Luxor, Egypt

👉 View on Google Maps

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