AIA Fieldwork Photo Contest 2024

Entry 77840

Submitted by shams saber radwan

Qena, Egypt, Dendera Temple

Qena, Egypt

Category: Monuments

The image shows the interior of **Dendera Temple**, with two women standing in the middle of large, intricately carved stone columns. The ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and reliefs on the columns and walls depict deities and mythological scenes, creating a grand, historical atmosphere. The women appear to be in quiet conversation or reflection, adding a sense of intimacy against the monumental scale of the temple's architecture. Sunlight softly illuminates the scene, highlighting the detailed carvings and enhancing the serene, timeless feeling of the ancient setting.

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