Discover the timeless beauty of the Temple of Hatshepsut, one of the most remarkable monuments of ancient Egypt, located on Luxor’s West Bank at Deir el‑Bahari. Built during the reign of Queen Hatshepsut (1473–1458 BC), the queen who became pharaoh, this mortuary temple is a masterpiece of New Kingdom architecture.
Known in ancient times as Djeser‑Djeseru (“Holy of Holies”), the temple was designed by Hatshepsut’s chief architect, Senenmut, and is harmoniously carved into the cliffs of the Theban mountains. Its three grand terraces, connected by sweeping ramps, create a breathtaking visual effect that blends seamlessly with the surrounding desert landscape.
Inside, visitors can admire vivid reliefs and inscriptions that tell the story of Hatshepsut’s divine birth, her trading expeditions to the Land of Punt, and her devotion to the god Amun. Colonnades lined with statues of Hatshepsut as Osiris emphasize her eternal connection to the afterlife.
The Temple of Hatshepsut is not only an architectural wonder but also a symbol of female power and vision in ancient Egypt. Standing before its terraces, you can feel the ambition and legacy of a ruler who defied tradition and left her mark for eternity.
👉 Add this extraordinary site to your Luxor journey and let the Temple of Hatshepsut transport you back to the golden age of the pharaohs.
