The Colossi of Memnon (also known as el-Colossal or el-Salamat) are two monumental statues representing Amenhotep III (1386-1353 BC) of the 18th Dynasty of Egypt.They are located west of the modern city of Luxor and face east, looking toward the Nile River.The statues depict the seated king on a throne ornamented with imagery of his...Explore This Guide
