Tomb of Karakhamun (TT223)
Explore the Tomb of Karakhamun (TT223) in Luxor, a stunning example of ancient Egyptian artistry and burial practices.
Luxor West Bank
Historical Overview
The Tomb of Karakhamun (TT223) is one of the monumental elite tombs of the South Asasif necropolis and belongs to the Kushite Twenty-fifth Dynasty, not the Eighteenth Dynasty as previously stated. Karakhamun held important priestly and administrative titles, and the tomb is central to understanding the revival and reinterpretation of earlier Egyptian artistic traditions during the Kushite period. Visitor planning: Research/conservation site. This record is connected to South Asasif Necropolis. It is associated with El-Assasif Necropolis. Research/conservation focus. This record is located in Luxor West Bank, Luxor Governorate. In the TrueCost Egypt registry it is treated as a archaeological poi, so visitors should plan it according to that site type rather than assuming every record works like a standalone ticketed attraction. Research/conservation focus. Best for visitors who want to go beyond Luxor's headline monuments and understand the archaeological context of Luxor West Bank. This record is not considered regularly visitable. Use it mainly for historical or archaeological context unless a current authoritative source explicitly confirms access. Tomb of Karakhamun (TT223) is recorded in the Luxor West Bank area of Luxor. The planning record allocates roughly 10 to 30 minutes. The recorded recommended transport mode is car or ride hail. The current visitor-access classification is not regularly visitable; this wording should not be interpreted as confirmation of regular public entry.
Why Visit?
Best for visitors who want to go beyond Luxor's headline monuments and understand the archaeological context of Luxor West Bank.
Getting There
Good to Know
Visitor Warnings
- Heat: High heat and sun exposure for much of the year; start early, carry water and use sun protection.
- Difficult terrain: Some tombs involve steep ramps, stairs, low passages or uneven floors; choose tombs according to mobility and heat tolerance.
