Colossi of Memnon: 60-foot statues guarding Nile for 34 centuries

Colossi of Memnon: 60-foot statues guarding Nile for 34 centuries. Colossi of Memnon are 60-foot tall statues of Amenhotep III Only remaining features of his vanished mortuary temple Have watched over the Nile for 34 centuries

The Colossi of Memnon are 60-foot tall statues of Amenhotep III that have watched over the Nile for 34 centuries. They represent the only remaining features of his vanished mortuary temple. After falling and lying in pieces for years, the statues were eventually restored—built during the New Kingdom period around 1500-500 BC.

Key Facts

• Colossi of Memnon are 60-foot tall statues of Amenhotep III
• Only remaining features of his vanished mortuary temple
• Have watched over the Nile for 34 centuries
• Fell and lay in pieces for years before restoration

Related site: Colossi of Memnon — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.

Source: The Ultimate Egypt Journey: Pyramids, Tombs & Megaliths (Full Documentary) by Wandering Wolf