The Great Hypostyle Hall is one of the most spectacular monuments of ancient Egypt. Possibly begun by Amenophis III, this veritable forest of soaring pillars was continued by Seti I and finished by Ramses II. Covering an area of 7,200 square yards, it is large enough to contain Notre Dame Cathedral.
Hypostyle Hall of Columns, Karnak Temple complex. Luxor, Egypt
Image: 18477 Location: Luxor, Egypt Lat/Long: 25° 43' 06.59"N, 32° 39' 27.92"E (Coordinates: 25.71850°, 32.65776°) Format: Film 2:3 Copyright © Phillip Colla, all rights reserved worldwide.
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