Ancient Egypt: New Kingdom

New Kingdom

Period from 1550 to 1070 BCE in Egypt.

Valley of the Kings

Burial site for Egyptian pharaohs and nobles.

New Kingdom

Period from 1550 to 1070 BCE in Egypt.

Valley of the Kings

Burial site for Egyptian pharaohs and nobles.

Hatshepsut

First female pharaoh of ancient Egypt.

Hypostyle Temple

Temple with a roof supported by columns.

Karnak

Large temple complex dedicated to Amun-Ra.

Luxor

Temple complex located on the Nile's east side.

Pylon Gate

Monumental entrance to Egyptian temples.

Abu Simbel

Temple complex built by Ramses II.

Tomb KV5

Burial site for Ramses II's sons.

Tomb KV20

Burial site for Hatshepsut's family.

Mortuary Chapel

Chapel dedicated to the god Amun.

Colonnaded Terraces

Terraces supported by columns in architecture.

Aswan Dam

Dam that threatened flooding of Abu Simbel.

Concrete Sarcophagus

Structure protecting relocated temple chambers.

Architectural Innovation

New techniques in ancient Egyptian architecture.

Clerestory

High windows allowing light into buildings.

Post and Lintel

Construction method using columns and beams.

Monumental Architecture

Large structures symbolizing power and beliefs.

Thebes

City with temples dedicated to various gods.

Tombs of Lesser Nobility

Smaller tombs cut into rock faces.

Burial Rituals

Ceremonies associated with the afterlife in Egypt.

Significant Architecture

Structures reflecting cultural values and beliefs.