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Yes, the Grand Egyptian Museum is officially open for visitors. Come and explore the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic treasures, from the majestic statues to the dazzling artifacts of ancient Egypt. Your unforgettable journey into history starts here.
In the case of cancellation of the trip by the customer, based on the start dates of the trip, the following costs will be charged:
15% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation from the booking date up to 61 days before the start date of the trip
25% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation from 60 to 31 days before the start date of the trip
35% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation 30 to 15 days before the start date of the trip
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The Colossi of Memnon belongs to King Amenhotep III, who supervised its construction by the famous architect Amenhotep bin Hapu, and in the past, there was an ancient funerary temple for King Amenhotep III, of it nothing remains except the two statues, which are about 21.90 meters high, and are considered part of an agenda. Tourist attractions for foreigners who enjoy Luxor and its monuments.
The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues that stand on the west bank of the Nile River, near Luxor, Egypt. They were originally erected during the reign of Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386–1349 BCE) as guardians to the entrance of his mortuary temple, which has since largely disappeared.
Each statue depicts Amenhotep III seated and measures around 18 meters (59 feet) in height. They are made from quartzite and are known for their imposing size and detailed craftsmanship. The statues have become famous not just for their grandeur, but also for the unique phenomenon associated with them.
In ancient times, one of the statues was known for producing a mysterious sound at dawn, which was interpreted by the Greeks and Romans as the statue “singing” or “talking.” This phenomenon was later attributed to the natural cracking of the stone caused by temperature changes. This led to the statues being named the "Colossi of Memnon," although Memnon was not actually associated with these statues; rather, he was a character from Greek mythology, the son of the dawn goddess Eos.
Today, the Colossi of Memnon remain an iconic symbol of ancient Egyptian architecture and art, attracting visitors and historians interested in Egypt's rich historical legacy.
