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Iron Age
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Early Modern Period
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Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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The Avenue of Sphinxes, also known as the King's Festivities Road, is a remarkable archaeological site in modern Luxor, Egypt. This ancient processional road, approximately 2.7 kilometers long, connects the Karnak and Luxor Temples. It is adorned with over a thousand statues, including 807 sphinx-shaped and 250 ram-headed figures, showcasing the artistic prowess of ancient Egyptian civilization. The avenue's construction began during the New Kingdom era and reached completion in the 4th century BCE under Pharaoh Nectanebo I of the 30th Dynasty. This ceremonial road represents a significant architectural and religious feat, serving as a grand passageway for religious processions and festivals dedicated to the deities Amun Ra, Khonsu, and Mut. Its restoration and reopening in 2021 highlight its enduring historical and cultural importance.
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