Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut Travel Guide: Top Sights in Egypt,

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Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Egypt; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 3 hours

The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, located at the base of the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari in Luxor, Egypt, is a remarkable example of New Kingdom architecture. Built during the Eighteenth Dynasty between Hatshepsut's seventh and twentieth regnal years, the temple features three grand terraces rising from the desert floor, blending seamlessly with the surrounding cliffs. It is aligned with key landmarks like the Temple of Karnak, marking its spiritual and ceremonial significance, especially during the Beautiful Festival of the Valley. The temple's reliefs, which depict Hatshepsut's divine birth and her famous expedition to the Land of Punt, affirm her legitimacy as a ruler. Despite attempts to erase her memory after her death, the temple has undergone extensive restoration, including work by the Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology, preserving its place as a testament to her reign and Egypt's architectural mastery.

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Reviews of Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut

Stuarty Boy

5
Reviewed: 2024-08-02

More amazing Egyptian heritage and sightseeing of the old world from the pharaohs. Was 46 degrees Celsius when I visited here. Towards the end of my visit, my iPhone actually turned off as it was too hot using the camera from taking photos to protect it. This is how hot it gets here 🔥🔥🔥
G

5
Reviewed: 2024-07-23

A wonderful place to visit whilst in luxor or the valley of the kings. Incredible structure built Into the mountain with stunning statues and writings. Stupidly hot when we visited. 55+ degrees with no winds. Also be aware of the locals who want to take photos for you, expecting payment and harass you till you pay up. Would fully recommend 👌
Ju

5
Reviewed: 2024-07-23

What a beautiful temple, some of it has crumbled over the years but there are some very well preserved areas. The heat though is very oppressive it must have been 50 degrees with a hot breeze that made it nearly unbearable. Keep clear of the guys inside they just want cash from you...well worth a visit..
Akaramah Khawaja

5
Reviewed: 2024-07-16

Views are stunning. It's really a marvel - built right into the mountains. Well preserved. Real hot in July, manageable if you go in the morning. Beware - a couple of cold drinks in their cafeteria will cost you around $30 (CAD) - but that's the price of convenience and not getting a heat stroke.
rohith perky

5
Reviewed: 2024-05-24

The best view and surrounding mountains are amazing. Visit in the morning or evening to avoid heat. The tomb and temple contain painting with their original color still, which is amazing how people have done so much hard work with coloring and artistic sculptures without any modern equipment