Egypt
Country

New Kingdom
Civilization

c. 1350 BCE
Year Built

The Colossi of Memnon are two 18-metre-tall stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that once flanked the entrance to his now-destroyed mortuary temple. Standing alone in open fields, they are among the most recognisable and easily accessible monuments on Luxor’s West Bank.

📍Location

Al Qarna
Luxor Governorate
Egypt
25.720398, 32.610428

Visiting Info

🛜 Official Website: N/A
🎟 Tickets: N/A – No ticket required
🇺🇳 UNESCO Listing: Yes – See Listing
Visit Duration: 15 – 20 minutes
🚻 Amenities: N/A

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