Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Located along the Nile River, Thebes was a prominent city in ancient Egypt, known for its significant role as a religious and political center from the Middle Kingdom through the New Kingdom. The city was home to monumental structures such as the temples of Karnak and Luxor, as well as the royal necropolis in the Valley of the Kings. Thebes thrived under the reign of notable pharaohs like Mentuhotep II and Amenhotep III, who contributed to its architectural and cultural grandeur. Despite its decline after the Assyrian invasion in the 7th century BCE, Thebes remained a key religious hub. Its archaeological remnants reflect the wealth and influence Thebes wielded in ancient times, offering crucial insights into the civilization's history and development.
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