King Tut

King Tut

Updated: October 27, 2010

Get ready to explore one of the world's greatest archaeological finds -- King Tutankhamun.

The 3,000-year-old pharaoh's tomb was discovered in 1922 in one of the largest and best-preserved finds in modern history. Although little is known about the young Egyptian monarch -- he was only 20 when he died -- King Tut left behind a vast collection of ancient treasures.

Take a step back in time and check out our gallery to see what life was like in ancient Egypt. Click the button to get started.

Image: King Tut Photo Gallery
King Tut Photo Gallery

Inside the tomb of Tutankhamun.

 
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Video: King Tut

Archaeologists discover how he died.

 
 

 

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