Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III, Mortuary temple in Theban Necropolis, Egypt
The temple contains a grand open courtyard with 64 columns adorned with papyrus bundle capitals and hieroglyphic inscriptions of royal titles and names.
Built between 1391 and 1353 BCE during the New Kingdom period, this temple served as a sacred space for the worship of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
The temple walls display detailed reliefs depicting the pharaoh making offerings to deities, revealing ancient Egyptian religious ceremonies and royal practices.
The archaeological site opens daily from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a section currently undergoing restoration by Egyptian and international archaeological teams.
Two colossal statues known as the Colossi of Memnon, measuring 18 meters in height, guard the entrance to this mortuary complex.
Location: Luxor Governorate
Part of: Theban Necropolis
GPS coordinates: 25.72143,32.60868
Latest update: May 21, 2025 06:10
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