Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut

Definition

The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is an ancient Egyptian temple located in Deir el-Bahari. It was built as a funerary monument for Queen Hatshepsut, the second female pharaoh of Egypt.

Related terms

Deir el-Bahari: A complex of mortuary temples and tombs located on the west bank of the Nile River in Egypt.

Pharaoh: The title given to the rulers of ancient Egypt who were considered divine figures with absolute power.

Funerary Monument: A structure or object created to honor and commemorate the deceased, often associated with burial rituals.