A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: See King Tut like you’ve never seen him before

Explore the mysteries of all the riches hidden in Tut's mummy.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌    ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  

REDISCOVERING KING TUT

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Of the 64 known tombs in the Valley, where the mummified pharaohs of Ancient Egypt were laid to rest, most were looted of their treasures, but not Tutankhamun’s—and his tomb’s discovery sparked a fascination with Egyptology that continues to this day. National Geographic was there from the beginning (see the May 1923 issue for our first report on Tut), so on this occasion, we thought it fitting to go back. For this special anniversary report, we have an embarrassment of riches for you: a photographic showcase of some of Tut’s most spectacular treasures, including a few you’ll never have seen before; an interactive exploration of Tut’s mummy, layer by layer; an exclusive look at the new museum in Cairo built to display all his treasures for the first time; and more. Whether you’ve long been interested in Ancient Egypt or are wondering why you should be, check it out. I guarantee you won’t be disappointed. Sincerely, Nathan Lump Editor in Chief National Geographic Media

Photograph by Sandro Vannini See the enduring power of King Tut as never before The stunning 1922 find of Tutankhamun’s tomb opened a window into Egypt's golden past. 100 years later, his riches still have much to reveal. SEE TUT LIKE NEVER BEFORE

Graphic by Alberto Lucas López Unwrapping a pharaoh: Explore the riches hidden in Tut's mummy Over seven days, archaeologists carefully unfurled the pharaoh’s ancient linens—and found more than 100 jewels, amulets, and symbols. EXPLORE THE MYSTERY OF THE RICHES Graphic by Alberto Lucas López Discover King Tut’s 5,000 treasures, by the numbers Jewels, chariots, food, and wine were just some of the many objects meant to give the young pharaoh a comfortable afterlife. See how his bounty is stacked up. READ MORE

Photograph courtesy Universal History Archive, Universal Images Group/Getty Images 10 things to know about the discovery of King Tut's tomb Few people believed that it could be found. Here’s how the historic unearthing of Tutankhamun’s tomb changed archaeology and our understanding of ancient Egypt. KNOW THE FACTS

Photograph by Paolo Verzone Egypt’s new billion-dollar museum is fit for a pharaoh The country’s leader aims to relieve Cairo’s crowding—and define his legacy—by transforming arid land into a gleaming showplace city. READ MORE Photograph by Nick Hannes, Panos Pictures Egypt’s audacious plan to build a new capital in the desert The country’s leader aims to relieve Cairo’s crowding—and define his legacy—by transforming arid land into a gleaming showplace city. READ MORE

For the centennial celebration this November, explore years of history and storytelling with "Beyond King Tut," an immersive experience that will transport you to the world of the Boy King on his quest for immortality. Find a city near you! VISIT KING TUT

Photo by Sandro Vannini ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Podcast Episode‌ ‌ ‌  The Hole Where King Tut's Heart Used to Be One hundred years since the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb, archaeologists are still puzzling over the mysteries of his mummy. Why was he covered in “black goo” and buried without a heart? And how did his tomb remain hidden for so long? LISTEN NOW

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