White Chapel, Ancient religious structure in Karnak, Egypt
The White Chapel features precise stone carvings, alabaster walls, and open-air courts surrounded by decorated columns displaying hieroglyphic inscriptions and royal symbols.
Pharaoh Sesostris I constructed this chapel during the Middle Kingdom period around 1950 BCE as a sacred space dedicated to the deity Amun.
The stone reliefs within the chapel record ancient Egyptian ceremonies, including the Sed festival celebrating the pharaoh's thirty-year reign anniversary.
The chapel stands near the center of the Karnak temple complex, with guided tours available from 6 AM to 5 PM through the main entrance.
Each column of the White Chapel displays geographical information about ancient Egyptian territories, forming a complete map of the kingdom's boundaries.
Location: Karnak
Part of: Karnak Open Air Museum
GPS coordinates: 25.72035,32.65724
Latest update: May 11, 2025 01:49
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