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THE

LUXOR
TEMPLE
proyect of history

samantha mata viales


Índice de contenidos

tittle 01
introduction 02
body 06
conclusion 09
references 12
end 16
introduction
The Luxor Temple was built between 1400 and 1000 BC.
by the pharaohs Amenhotep III and Ramses II, the first
built the interior part and the second the exterior
enclosure. The temple is 260 meters long and is
dedicated to Amun (god of the wind).In historical
times, the Temple of Luxor and the Temple of Karnak,
located more than three kilometers from each other,
were connected by the impressive Avenue of the
Sphinxes, a corridor that was once framed by more than
600 sphinxes. Currently you can only see the beginning
of this avenue at the doors of each temple, but it still
offers an impressive memory of its moments of
maximum splendor.
body
Luxor Temple, located on the east bank of the Nile River in
Luxor, Egypt, is one of the most significant archaeological
sites in the country. The Luxor Temple was constructed
around 1400 BCE during the New Kingdom period of
ancient Egypt.The temple complex is known for its large
courtyards, halls, and sanctuaries. It is aligned along an
east-west axis, with the main entrance facing the Nile
River.Courtyard of Ramses II Known for its colossal statues
of Ramses II. Sanctuaries dedicated to various gods and
goddesses. The Cultural and Religious Significance for The
Luxor Temple was not only a center for religious worship but
also for various festivals and rituals celebrated during
ancient Egyptian times. It played a crucial role in the Opet
Festival, an annual religious celebration dedicated to the
rejuvenation of the kingship and the fertility of the land.
arquitecture
Over the centuries, Luxor Temple witnessed several historical events and modifications by different pharaohs,
including Amenhotep III, Tutankhamun, Horemheb, Ramses II, and Alexander the Great.Luxor Temple stands as a
testament to the grandeur and architectural prowess of ancient Egypt, offering visitors a glimpse into the religious
and cultural life of one of history's most advanced civilizations.

Because of its unique subject matter, Luxor Temple is perhaps the least known major monument in the Theban area.

Excavations begun there in 1885 were carried out sporadically until 1960, when the north face of the
Pylon, the northeast corner of the Court of Ramesses 11, and the south end of the Avenue of Sphinxes
were revealed in their present state.
the history of the cult in the luxor temple
n 1966, Eberhard Otto wrote:The original cult of the temple is unknown and little is known
about the special cult form Tof the Amon of this temple or even about the meaning of the
Luxor festival itself.... The high point of the religious life of Thebes was the Luxor Opet
festival ... where the connection between king and god experienced an impressive
demonstration. Very often the king himself took part in the procession, and several kings
were elected loyal to the god amon-key during this occasion: among others Hatshepsut
and Horemheb... The representations of the festival matter... we must consider the
possibility that the Egyptians themselves lost the true understanding of the festival in the
course of time." and this is where the situation has remained down to the present day.

Progress in understanding the full significance of this temple has been seriously
hampered by the general lack of reliably published documentation on most of its reliefs
and inscriptions.
conclusion

In conclusion The Luxor Temple, an ancient Egyptian architectural marvel constructed


around 1400 BCE, stands as a symbol of the grandeur and religious significance of the
New Kingdom period. Located on the east bank of the Nile in Luxor, it is renowned for
its impressive courtyards, monumental statues, and its central role in the Opet Festival—
a key ritual celebrating kingship and fertility. Though initially less recognized than other
Theban monuments, recent excavations and research have unveiled its historical layers
and illuminated its cultural importance. Today, Luxor Temple not only reflects the
architectural brilliance of ancient Egypt but also offers invaluablen sights into the
religious practices and royal ceremonies that shaped the civilization’s heritage.
references

https://www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/abs/10.1 https://www.egipto.net/templo-luxor
086/373148?journalCode=jnes
THANKS
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