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Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari

Luxor 23512, Egypt
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Ranked #9 of 45 attractions in Luxor
Type: Ancient Ruins, Monuments/ Statues
Owner description: A mortuary temple dedicated to the longest ruling female of Ancient Egypt, Queen Hatshepsut. The temple is decorated with statues, sphinxes, and... more » Owner description: A mortuary temple dedicated to the longest ruling female of Ancient Egypt, Queen Hatshepsut. The temple is decorated with statues, sphinxes, and reliefs, which have been meticulously restored over time. « less
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Worthing, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

The reconstruction work on this temple is amazing. If you look at photos on the Internet taken of this temple even 15 yrs ago the transformation is amazing. Use a guide when you visit as they will explain the frescoes and symbolism which bring Queen Hatchepsuts life alive.

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Hull, England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Have been visiting this Temple for over 10 years now and each time I visit it's like the first time!!!!! I never get bored of this place.

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

This was one of my favourite temples. It was unfinished but still so beautiful. The history was fascinating. Like something out of a film set. A must see.

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Umhlanga Rocks, South Africa
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33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

The tomb was visible from a distance & as we drew nearer we realised the size of the monument - it must have been an amazing sight when first built - there were some beautiful paintings which even though somewhat open to the elements were brightly coloured - after an interesting introduction & explanation by our guide Keralis we were... More

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Plymouth, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Stunningly positioned and an awesome sight against a clear blue sky and the backdrop of the Hills of the Valley of the Kings. Lit up at night to great effect.

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This temple is situated in a baking hot area of the western desert and is surrounded by a semi-circular sandstone cliff. The temple is on three levels and our guide explained the top two levels were destroyed by a rock fall and subsequently restored by polish workers.Outside the main temple there are numerous entrances into the rock face which were... More

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Woking, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

When you approach it it looks like a Hollywood set for a Biblical epic. Except it is real, and because of its setting, one of the most splendid monuments of the lot.Must see.

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Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

This place is imposing in photo and even more so in real life. With a guide explaining the histroy it just brings this place to life. A must when in Luxor.

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Leatherhead, United Kingdom
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6 attraction reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

The Temple was amazing to see. It was still so perfect after 3000 years. Lots to look at and hear about. A lot of steps to walk up though in the heat so take plenty of water

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Gothenburg, Sweden
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

We visited this temple as part of a Nile cruise in February and it was one of the highlights of the trip. I loved the architecture and the quite well-preserved reliefs and and statues. It was a beautiful sight both from a distance and looking down from the hight of the temple, just a bit too crowded.

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