Mortuary Temple of Thutmosis III

Welcome to the site of the Mortuary Temple of Thutmose III, a location of immense historical importance that is often overlooked in favor of its more intact neighbors. Thutmose III, frequently referred to by modern historians as…

One of the most fascinating aspects of this temple is how it intentionally mimics the style of the nearby Eleventh Dynasty temple of Mentuhotep II. Thutmose III was a great admirer of his Middle Kingdom predecessors, and he…

A significant part of the history of this site involves the complex relationship between Thutmose III and his stepmother and co-regent, Queen Hatshepsut. For many years, they ruled together, but later in his reign, Thutmose III…

At the rear of the temple lay the most sacred area: the sanctuary of the god Amun-Re. Like all mortuary temples of the New Kingdom, this site was not just for the king; it was a 'Mansion of Millions of Years' where the king…

While much of the temple's decoration is lost, the fragments that remain reveal a high level of artistic achievement. Thutmose III had access to the finest artisans of the empire, and the Henket-ankh was intended to be a showcase…

As we conclude our visit to the Henket-ankh, take a final look across the site toward the mountains. Thutmose III’s mortuary temple is a poignant reminder of the passage of time and the fragility of even the greatest pharaonic…