Karnak Temple Egypt

About the Karnak Temple in Egypt

The Karnak Temple in Egypt is the biggest religious building ever built and the biggest temple in the world.

“Thebes” is in the city of Luxor.

The Karnak Temple was also called the Temple of Amon. Day trips and tours in Luxor

In the Middle Empire, it was called “Ipet-Isu,” which means “The best of places.” It was also known as “Pr-Imn,” which means “House of Amon.”

From 2055 B.C. to about 100 A.D., or 2000 years, it was built. Find out about now Tours

The complex of temples at Karnak in Egypt

There are several temples that make up the Karnak Temple in Egypt.

Find out more at the Museum of Luxor. Amon-Ra, the male god of Thebes, owns the largest of these areas and the centre of the temple, which is 61 acres in size.

We can see his wife, the Mut, and more temples to the south of the central area.

Such as the Temple of Jonsu, the Temple of Ptah, the Temple of Ipt, the Temple of Osiris, and the Temple of Montu.

The Temple of Karnak was not only for the gods, but also for the Egyptian rulers who wanted to be remembered.

So, they left their mark on architecture over time.

From the beginning of the ancient empire, through the middle empire, the new empire, and the Ptolemaic dynasty.

Columns at the Karnak Temple
The First Tower:

The first pylon is at the end of a row of sphinxes with ram’s heads. The ram’s head is a symbol of the god Amon.

On each side of the temple, there are 20 rams that were built to protect it.

The main entrance to the temple is through the first pylon, which was the last building to be built at Karnak.

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The Big Open Courtyard:

In Egypt at the Karnak Temple The big patio is 100 metres long and 80 metres wide, and it has ten columns with papyrus tops.

Each column is 21 m tall, and there is only one left. It is called the kiosk of Taharqa, after the fourth king of the XXV Dynasty.

There is also a statue of Ramses II, which shows the king with the two crowns of High and Low Egypt. At his feet is a statue of his wife, whoștiis his queen.

The Big Hypostyle Hall:

The most interesting building at the Karnak Temple in Egypt is the Great Hypostyle Hall.

It is 103 m long and 52 m wide, and it has 134 huge stone columns. The 12 biggest columns are 22.40 m tall and 3.5 m in diameter, while the rest are 14.75 m tall.

King Seti, who ruled from 1290 to 1279 B.C., built the hall at first.

The battle of Seti is written on the outside walls of the northern hall, while Ramses II’s peace treaty with the Hittites is written on the south wall.

Sacred Lake: –

Egypt’s Karnak Temple has a sacred lake that is 120 m by 77 m, making it the biggest of its kind.

It was dug up by King Tuthmosis III (1473–1458 B.C. ).

It was used by priests to clean themselves and for other rituals, like navigating.

It was where the holy geese of Amon lived.

Stones line the edges of the lake, and stairs lead down to the water.

Around the lake, we can find the priests’ stores and their rooms.

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Temple of Luxor

The Temple of Luxor

The Temple of Luxor is one of the most well-known places to visit in Luxor, Egypt, and the second largest temple there.

Egypt, also known as “the land of the pharaohs,” has a lot of historical sites that draw tourists from all over the world. Luxor is one of Egypt’s most important cities.

Because the ancient Egyptians believed in their religion and knew how important it was, they brought in people from other places to help them build temples to their gods.

Most of Egypt’s monuments can be found in Luxor. Because it was once the capital of the New Empire, Luxor is known for its temples and is thought of as a great open museum.

The Temple of Luxor is one of the most important ones. The Temple of Karnak is thought to be the largest temple in Egypt. The Temple of Luxor is thought to be the second largest.

How the Temple of Luxor came to be

Since the Xth Dynasty, when it was the capital of the New Empire, “Ancient Thebes” in Luxor has been a threat.

In 1400 BC, Amenophis III gave the order to build the Temple. It is a place where the god Amon-Ra, his wife Mut, and their son Jonsu are worshipped. It was built by Amenhotep (the son of Hapu).

During the time of Tutankhamun and Ay, the building was started up again, and the walls were decorated.

Some buildings were built in the kingdom of Ramses II. Amenophis III and Ramses II built the old parts, but Shabako, Nectanebo I, and the Ptolemaic dynasty built the new parts.

Alexander Mango fixed up the temple and added a chapel shaped like the god’s boat.

The digging at the Temple

Gaston Maspero, a Frenchman, started digging in this part of the Temple in 1885. In 1990, 66 new statues of the goddess Leona Sejmet were found. They were taken to the Museum of Luxor. This was one of the most important finds.

Festival in a Temple

During the feast of Opet, the god Amon was moved from the Temple of Karnak to the Temple of Luxor by a sacred boat. This took place at the Temple of Luxor.

During the second and third months of the flood season, this party took place.

The Temple of Luxor was built.

It is right in the middle of Thebes. The length of the Temple of Luxor is 260 metres, and its width is 50 metres. It covers 10,000 square metres.

Ramses II built a pylon that stands at the entrance. There were also two obelisks of Ramses II, but the one on the left is 25 m tall and the other was moved to France in 1833.

Six granite statues of Ramses II sitting on their lathes guard the entrance. The giants stand 15.5 m tall on a pedestal 1 m tall. There are also statues of Osiris in the court of Ramses II.

The small temple of Thutmose III is where the three chapels for the three gods of Thebes (Amon, Mut, and Jonsu) are.

The court of Amenophis III is reached by a 25-m-high colonnade. On the outside, there are chapels and religious ceremonies painted on the walls.

About the Temple of Luxor

People say that before the XIIth Dynasty of the Middle Empire, there was another temple where the Temple of Luxor is now.

It was called “Ipest-resit,” and it was in Luxor. Nectanebo I built an avenue of sphinxes with human heads that leads from this Temple to the Temple of Karnak.

During the time of the Romans, the Temple was a military centre, a camp, and then a place where Christians went to worship. This was the end of the Temple’s importance.

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Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa

Alexandria’s Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa are a fascinating sight.

As a result of its creation, the city of Alexandria has gained tremendous significance, and it is now regarded the cultural and commercial epicentre of the Mediterranean region. The Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa are a major tourist attraction in Alexandria, and they are one of the city’s most popular attractions.

It is situated on the street of “Bab El Melok” in the “Karmoz” district, on the right side of the street. The Catacombs of Alexandria are regarded to be one of the most important archaeological sites in the city. In their design, they combine elements of Greco-Roman architecture with elements of ancient Egyptian architecture.

The Catacombs Are Known By a Different Name

Because it incorporates the architecture of the Christian Catacombs in Rome, this location is referred to as “The Catacombs,” which translates as “the subway tunnel.” It is also referred to as “Kom El Shokafa,” which literally translates as “mountain of pieces,” since it was discovered to contain the remnants of shattered crockery. ‘Kom El Shokafa’ is a designation that originates in ancient Greek culture.

The Catacombs’ Origins and Discovery are described in detail.

It is believed that the Catacombs were constructed somewhere between the first and the beginning of the second centuries. It was originally thought to be a private tomb, but it was eventually extended and changed into a public cemetery for affluent Roman citizens. Quite by coincidence, it was found in 1892.

According to legend, a donkey fell into a 12-meter-deep hole excavated in the earth by a farmer. When the Catacombs were found, they had been submerged in water for a long time. In 1995, the bottom level of the Catacombs was drowned, and six wells with a depth of 40 metres were dug to rescue the Catacombs and keep them safe from further harm.

The Catacombs are being built at the moment.

The Catacombs were constructed on three levels and decorated with bas-reliefs that are thought to be a fusion of Egyptian and Greco-Roman art styles. A spiral staircase runs from the entryway to a depth of 20 metres, which is located behind the building. After entering the entryway, you will see two niches that lead to a circular area.

A traffic circle with pillars is located in the middle of the space, and a chamber with four pillars is located on the left side of the room. Another room with four columns may be seen on the second floor. For example, Greek decorations such as “Athena” (goddess of war, civilization, and wisdom in Greek mythology) and “Medusa” (female monster) can be found at the entrance to the main chamber, and its date has a solar disc with two snakes, one to the right and one left, who are carrying the crowns of Upper and Lower Egypt.

There are three niches dug in the rock inside this room, each of which contains a sarcophagus, within this chamber. The room is decorated with four columns and statues of ancient Egyptian gods, including Anubis (the jackal-headed deity) dressed as a Roman soldier and Sobek in military attire, among others.

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Pompey’s Pillar

the pillar of Pompey in Alexandria

Alexandria is regarded to be a highly popular tourist destination in Egypt, and it has played a significant role in the history of the nation. There are several attractions in the city of Alexandria that draw visitors from all over the globe, including many historical sites.

Pompey’s Pillar is a significant landmark in the city, and it deserves special mention. It is regarded as beautiful building that is shrouded in mystery due to the fact that it has a mysterious past. In the area of “Karmoz,” next to the Catacombs, sits this establishment. The Pompey Pillar is the tallest structure in Egypt.

Pompey’s Pillar: Its Origins and Development

Pompey’s Pillar was constructed in 297 during the Roman Empire to commemorate Emperor Diocletian’s victory against General Aquileus in the fight of the Battle of Actium. According to legend, Pompey (a politician and general) was assassinated by Ptolemy XIII (Cleopatra’s brother and husband) and his head was buried in this location. However, this is not true, as shown by the fact that his head was not buried here.

Pompey’s Pillar is being built at the moment.

Pompey’s Pillar was constructed using red granite quarried in the Aswan region. The axis of the pillar, excluding the base and capital, stands at a height of 20.46 metres (46 feet). The base is 2.71 metres in diameter. The pillar stands at a total height of 26.85 metres. It has a total weight of 285 tonnes.

The remnants of the temple of Serapeo, which was demolished by Roman troops or the Christian mafia, may be found in the vicinity of the Pillar of Pompey. There are two sculptures in the shape of sphinxes, both constructed of pink granite during the reign of Ptolemy VI, and one of them has hieroglyphics of the XVIII dynasty’s monarch “Horemheb,” which is shown in the other.

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Library of Alexandria

Alexandria’s magnificent library is a treasure trove of knowledge.

Egypt is a diverse country with a diverse range of places. The major towns of the Mediterranean region brought substantial libraries with them. Alexandria, known as “the Pearl of the Mediterranean,” is a fascinating city that draws visitors because of its natural beauty and pleasant environment.

There are several attractions in Alexandria, but its library is the most well-known. The Library of Alexandria is often regarded as the most important tourist attraction in Alexandria. There was a point in history when it was home to the biggest library on the planet. In terms of size, it is the biggest library in Egypt.

The Alexandria Library’s illustrious past

Ptolemy I of Alexandria began construction on the first Library of Alexandria in the third century. It was finished by his son Ptolemy II, who also completed the link to the museum. The library was constructed by the Ptolemies in order to preserve Greek civilisation.

During the third century, the library had a collection of about 400 thousand volumes. The Library, which dates back to the 5th century, has 700 thousand volumes. Initially, the Library exclusively contained books written in Greek, but as time went on, it began to hold works of relevance written in any language. It was the first time that the Library was destroyed by fire, which occurred in 84 B.C.

After then, there were a number of assaults by Christians and Arabs, as well as a devastating earthquake. The Library was restored in 1986 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The new Library of Alexandria, which houses more than 20 million volumes, opened its doors in 2002.

The Library of Alexandria was built over a period of many years.

The design is in the manner of Norway. It has an area of 80 m2. Calligraphy in many languages is adorned with calligraphy in granite, cement, and glass, which dates the building.

The deity Ra is shown on the book’s cover (god of the south). The sun is reflected off the glass panels and towards the Mediterranean. There includes a science museum, a calligraphy museum, and an archaeology museum, among others.

A manuscript restoration laboratory, a meeting facility, an art gallery, and a printing press are all available on the premises. In the heart of the Library, there is a hypostyle reading room with a capacity of 2 thousand people that serves as a meeting space. In addition, there are six specialist libraries, one of which is devoted exclusively to children.

Books; the Library has a significant collection of books, almost 20 million in total. Some of these books are first editions or very rare. There are 50 thousand maps, 100 thousand manuscripts, 50 thousand unique books, and 100 thousand audio recordings in the collection.

multimedia, 50 thousand visual multimedia, and a slew of additional options

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