“In Egyptian temple architecture this is an absolute exception,” he said. The site’s preservation was likely supported by its location. Situated in the middle of the city center, officials ...

Unique in Egyptian temple architecture is a second door on the façade of the pylon, which leads to a previously unknown staircase that ascended at least four flights to the upper floor ...

Built to honor Amon-Re (ancient Egypt's sun god ... believed to have descended from Amon-Re), the Temple of Hatshepsut stands out for its grand architecture and jaw-dropping landscape.

Once the “largest and most important religious complex” in the region, the Karnak temple complex in Luxor, Egypt, took more than 1,000 years to complete, experts say. Dozens of pharaohs left ...

The temples are large and offer insight into life in ancient Egypt. Keep in mind that it can get hot (especially in the summer) and no drinks are sold inside, so pack water or purchase ...