Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Answer to Famous Kings & Queens of Africa Series: Part 4

Queen Nefertari 

 

  • Her husband was Ramses the Great who ruled over Egypt for almost 70 years.  
  • Was known for her beauty and was called “The Most Beautiful of Them.” 
  • At Abu Simbel, a temple was dedicated to her and Hathor (goddess of love and joy).  
  • Unfortunately her life was cut short, but her daughter took her place with her father, Ramses, who had a beautiful tomb built in the Valley of the Queens with wonderful paintings on the walls.  
  • Her greatest treasure is the beautiful poetry by Ramses on the wall of her burial chamber.  


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