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Egypt During the Reign of Akhenaton Tiye
Queen of Amenhophis III Mother of Akhenaton Daughter of Yuaa (Yuya) and Tuaa (Thuya) Unknown nationality Mother of Sitamon, Baketaton and several other daughters. "Great Royal Spouse" Queen Tiye was honored in the Nubian Town of Sedeinga as "a living image of Ra on earth" (a goddess) - a chapel was built for her worship. She spent time in Akhetaton and made a special visit there in year 12 of her son's reign - the occasion was marked by a special "Pagent of Empire with tribute being made by Asiatic and other dominions.
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Are these her remains? The king's great wife, Tiye, may she live, The name of her father is Yuya The name of her mother is Tuya She is the wife of a mighty king.
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