Temple of Khonsu

The Temple of Khonsu features a gateway measuring 15 meters in height, leading to an elongated structure with two rows of ram statues at its entrance point.

Ramesses III initiated the construction of the temple during the New Kingdom period, replacing an earlier structure at the same location in Karnak point.

The temple walls display intricate hieroglyphic inscriptions and reliefs depicting the moon god Khonsu, son of Amun and Mut in the Theban trinity point.

The temple entrance connects to the sphinx-lined avenue that extends toward Luxor Temple, making it accessible through the main pathways of the Karnak complex point.

Two ancient baboon sculptures, potentially dating to the time of Seti I, remain within the temple interior, marking its connection to lunar worship point.

Location: Karnak

Part of: Precinct of Amun-Re

GPS coordinates: 25.71664,32.65579

Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:46