What is tut?

Tut, also known as King Tutankhamun, was an Egyptian pharaoh who ruled from 1332 BC to 1323 BC, during the 18th dynasty of the New Kingdom period. He ascended to the throne at the age of 9 or 10 and died at the age of 18 or 19.

Tut is most famous for his tomb, which was discovered nearly intact in the Valley of the Kings in 1922 by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon. The discovery of his tomb, with its stunning treasures, revealed much about the burial practices and religious beliefs of ancient Egyptians.

Tut is also notable for his efforts to restore traditional Egyptian religion and undo the changes made by his predecessor, Akhenaten, who had instituted a monotheistic worship of the god Aten. Tut reversed many of Akhenaten's reforms and reinstated the worship of the traditional gods.

Despite his brief reign and young age, Tut has become one of the most famous and iconic pharaohs in Egyptian history. His tomb and its treasures remain one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time.