Colossi of Memnon

About the Site

The Colossi of Memnon are two giant seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, about 18 metres tall, that once guarded the entrance to his vast mortuary temple on Luxor's west bank.

After an earthquake in 27 BC, one statue was said to 'sing' at dawn, and Greek and Roman travellers came to hear it. Behind them, archaeologists are still uncovering statues from the lost temple.

Visiting tips

A quick stop on the way to the Valley of the Kings, best in the soft morning light.

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