Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is an ancient Egyptian temple located near the Valley of the Kings. Built during the reign of Pharaoh Hatshepsut, it honors her legacy and serves as a place for her worship after death. The temple features impressive terraces, colonnades, and intricate reliefs that depict her life and achievements.
Constructed around 1479-1458 BCE, the temple is designed to blend harmoniously with the surrounding cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. It showcases the architectural innovations of the time and is dedicated to the goddess Hathor, reflecting the importance of religion in ancient Egyptian culture.