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Colossi of Memnon

Valley of the Kings, Cairo, Egypt

Featured Review : In times past the Colossi of Memnon guarded the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. But nature had its way with the temple and the statues alike. The Nile, which used to run in front of the temple, overflowed and caused ...See Full Review

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The Colossi of Memnon, another Mind-boggling Site

  • 4 out of 5 stars by NiceGinna from Evanston, Illinois
  • January 24, 2009
The Colossi of Memnon, another Mind-boggling Site
Quote: Each of the Colossi was originally carved from one enormous piece of stone, standing 60 feet tall! One has been destroyed but has been re-created.

From journal An Unforgettable 10 Days in Egypt

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Colossi of Memnon

  • 3 out of 5 stars by lwoodie from Oak Hill, Virginia
  • June 17, 2004
Colossi of Memnon
Quote: In times past the Colossi of Memnon guarded the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. But nature had its way with the temple and the statues alike. The Nile, which used to run in front of the temple, overflowed and caused damage. An earthquake in 27... Read the full Colossi of Memnon review

From journal Egypt: The Jewel of the Nile