Karnak Temple Collection (page 3)

Avenue of Sphinxes, Karnak Temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Luxor, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Inside Karnak Temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Luxor, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Ruined temples at Karnak, Egypt, 1898. Creator: Christian Wilhelm Allers
Ruined temples at Karnak, Egypt, 1898. Ancient Egyptian archaeological site near the River Nile. Die Ruinen von Karnak. From " Rund um die Erde" [Round the Earth]

Column from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Column from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Papyrus composite column with bud capital...from the " promenoir"..in Karnak...the eastern part of the great Temple of Amun

Capital from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Capital from Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Spreading papyrus cluster capital...From the middle aisle of the great columned hall of the great Temple of Amun at Karnak; bears the cartouche of Rameses

Pilaster from the Amun-Re Temple of Amenophis III at Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Pilaster from the Amun-Re Temple of Amenophis III at Karnak, Egypt, (1928). Amenophis III is represented doing homage to the goddess Hathor...1411-1375 B.C

Great War Reliefs of Sethos I on N. Wall of Karnak Temple, Thebes, Egypt, c1930s. Exterior wall of Hypostyle Hall at Karnak depicts a panorama of war scenes celebrating the military achievements of

An Egyptian Snake Charmer Piles His Trade Beside the Avenue of Sphinxes, Temple of Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, c1930s. Karnak Temple Complex near Luxor

Columns of the Hypostyle Hall, Karnak, Egypt, 1895. Creator: W &s Ltd
Columns of the Hypostyle Hall, Karnak, Egypt, 1895. Carved and decorated pillars at the temple of Amun-Re at Karnak (Thebes)

The famous colonnade of the great Hypostyle Hall in the Temple of Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1897. Hieorglyphics carved into the pillars of the Hypostyle Hall at the great temple of Amun

Egypt. Karnak in Thebes, 1843. Found in the Collection of Ca Pesaro Galleria Internazionale d Arte Moderna, Venice

Hall of Columns, Karnak, Egypt, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Hall of Columns, Karnak, Egypt, 19th century. From Egypt and Nubia, Vol 1, by David Roberts

Central avenue of the Great Hall of Columns, Karnak, Egypt, 19th century. Artist
Central avenue of the Great Hall of Columns, Karnak, Egypt, 19th century. From Egypt and Nubia Vol 1 by David Roberts

View through the Hall of Columns, Karnak, Egypt, c1845. Artist: David Roberts
View through the Hall of Columns, Karnak, Egypt, c1845. From Egypt and Nubia, Vol 1, by David Roberts

Group photograph in the Hall of Columns, Karnak, Egypt, 1862. Artist: Francis Bedford
Group photograph in the Hall of Columns, Karnak, Egypt, 1862

Pylon at Karnak, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly
Pylon at Karnak, c1880 (1904). From Egypt, by R. Talbot Kelly. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1904]

Great war reliefs sculptured in the wall at Karnak Temple, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Great war reliefs sculptured in the wall at Karnak Temple, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. In three rows, one above the other, Sethos I, the father of Ramses II

The tallest obelisk in Egypt, in the temple at Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The tallest obelisk in Egypt, in the temple at Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. As it now stands, the great obelisk is 97.5 feet high and 8.5 feet square at the base, being the largest now in Egypt

Plants and animals brought from Syria by the Pharaohs, temple of Karnak, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Plants and animals brought from Syria by the Pharaohs, temple of Karnak, Egypt, 1905. We are in a chamber just north of the holy of hours built by Thutmosis III in the rear of the temple

Middle aisle of the great hall and obelisk of Thutmosis I, temple at Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. The first two columns, one on each side, have been repaired at some period with rough masonry

Looking across the Sacred Lake to the great temple at Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Looking across the Sacred Lake to the great temple at Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. This sacred lake, now the wallowing pool for the buffalos of the neighbouring peasantry

The famous colonnade in the great Temple at Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The famous colonnade in the great Temple at Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. There are in all 132 of these columns, built of drum-shaped sections and arranged in sixteen rows

Excavating an avenue to the Temple of Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Excavating an avenue to the Temple of Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. This scene furnishes us another good example of the way in which the rubbish and debris of fallen houses collect before

The entire length of the gigantic Temple of Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The entire length of the gigantic Temple of Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. The modest chapel of Amon, built here by the kings of the twelfth dynasty

Grand avenue approaching the Temple of Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Grand avenue approaching the Temple of Karnak, Thebes, Egypt, 1905. The soldiers of Assyria in plundering bands have marched down this avenue. Persian hordes have swarmed through it

Sacred Lake, Karnak, Egypt, c1900. Artist: Robert Talbot Kelly
Sacred Lake, Karnak, Egypt, c1900. The Sacred Lake at the temple complex of Karnak lies within the Precinct of Mut, an enclosed area dedicated to the worship of the Ancient Egyptian goddess Mut

Scarab surmounting a relief of a pharaoh receiving tribute, Temple of Karnak, Egypt

Pillar at the Temple of Karnak, Luxor, Egypt. The pillar is carved with the name of Jean-Francois Champollion (1790-1832), French historian and linguist and founder of scientific Egyptology

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Located near Luxor in Egypt, the a mesmerizing UNESCO World Heritage Site that stands as a testament to ancient Egyptian civilization. As you step into this majestic temple complex, you are transported back in time to an era of grandeur and spirituality. The Karnak Temple is dedicated to Amun-Ra, the king of gods in ancient Egyptian mythology. It was one of the most important religious centers during the New Kingdom period and served as a place for worship, rituals, and ceremonies. The temple's vast size and intricate architecture leave visitors awestruck. One of the highlights is its Sacred Lake. This serene body of water played a significant role in purification rituals conducted by priests centuries ago. Today, it adds an aura of tranquility amidst the bustling tourist activity. If you're lucky enough to visit during sunrise or sunset, you might witness hot air balloons gracefully rising over the Sacred Lake – creating an ethereal sight that will forever be etched in your memory. As you explore further within Karnak Temple's walls, marvel at its stone carvings depicting scenes from ancient Egyptian history and hieroglyphs that tell stories long forgotten. These intricate details offer glimpses into their culture and beliefs. The Great Hypostyle Hall with its towering pillars is another awe-inspiring feature at Karnak Temple. Walking through this colossal hall makes you feel small compared to these architectural wonders constructed thousands of years ago. Amongst these magnificent structures stands statues that once symbolized power and divinity. Their presence evokes a sense of reverence for those who encounter them today. Outside the main temple complex lies The Avenue of Ram Headed Sphinxes – rows upon rows of mythical creatures guarding this sacred site since antiquity. Walking along this path feels like stepping into a different world altogether; it's truly an unforgettable experience.