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Temple of Hatshepsut

Location:


It is situated 15 miles from Luxor train station. This monumental complex lies at Al Dier Al Bahari, on the Western bank.


Who built it?


It was built by Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, who ruled Egypt about 17 years during the 18th Dynasty(1490?1469 B.C).


She was considered one of the very few women who get the Pharaoh title; as it was represented as a man all the time.During her time Egypt enjoyed a very prosperous period on all levels, Concerning here death there isn't any proof confirming whether she was murdered by Tutmosis III her step son or not.


Why it was built?

It was built as a dedication to God Amon-Re, who was Hatshepsut's father in her legend.









Explanation:


The Temple of Hatshepsut is a rock-cut temple. It consists of three terraces. There is a leading ramp to ascent from one terrace to another. There are many scenes depicted her with God Amon-Re who was the chief god in the 18th dynasty.


These scenes represent the sacred birth, expedition to punt(Somalia) and offerings which were presented to various gods & goddess. Also there are many colossi belongs to her and god Amon-Ra standing in the second terrace.