US EditionEgypt reveals restored colossal statues of pharaoh in Luxor
The two colossal alabaster statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III were restored after two decades to boost tourism; 15.7 million tourists visited Egypt in 2024, officials said.
- On Sunday, Egypt revealed the restored Colossi of Memnon in Luxor, marking the end of about two decades of renovation, according to officials.
- About 3,400 years ago, Amenhotep III, pharaoh, was depicted by the Colossi of Memnon, which were fragmented and partly quarried after an earthquake around 1200 BC.
- Hewn from Hatnub alabaster, the colossi measure 14.5 meters and 13.6 meters and include two small figures of Tiye carved on the pharaoh's feet, with assembly led by Hourig Sourouzian.
- A record about 15.7 million tourists visited Egypt in 2024, and authorities expect about 18 million this year, as Fathy promotes tourism through archaeological projects.
- Officials say the project seeks to revive Amenhotep III's funerary temple and noted Luxor's 35 hectares complex rivals the Temple of Karnak, highlighting its heritage importance.
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Colossal Statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III Stand Tall Again in Luxor, Egypt
The restored Colossi of Memnon in Luxor, Egypt. Credit: Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities Egypt has unveiled the restored Colossi of Memnon, two colossal statues of an ancient pharaoh, in the southern city of Luxor. The project marks the completion of a nearly 20-year restoration effort and highlights the country’s renewed focus on its archaeological heritage. The towering statues stand on the west bank of the Nile and depict Pharaoh Amenhotep…
Egypt reveals restored colossal statues
LUXOR, Egypt — Egypt revealed the revamp of two colossal statues of a prominent pharaoh Sunday in the southern city of Luxor, the latest in the government's archaeological events that aim at drawing more tourists to the country.
Egypt reveals restored colossal statues of pharaoh
LUXOR, Egypt — Egypt revealed the revamp of two colossal statues of a prominent pharaoh Sunday in the southern city of Luxor, the latest in the government's archaeological events that aim at drawing more tourists to the country.
Egyptian authorities unveiled two restored monumental statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III in the city of Luxor today, as part of the latest archaeological events aimed at attracting more tourists to the country.
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n1info.rsEgyptian authorities unveiled two restored colossal statues of a prominent pharaoh in the southern city of Luxor on Monday, the latest in a series of government archaeological developments aimed at attracting more tourists to the country.
Two Colossal Statues Of Pharaoh Restored In Luxor After 2 Decades
Egypt on Sunday revealed the revamp of two colossal statues of a prominent pharaoh in the southern city of Luxor, the latest in the government's archaeological events that aim at drawing more tourists to the country.
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