Events with tag - Pharaohs

January 1, 2056 BC

Construction of Karnak Temple Complex

The Karnak Temple Complex, initiated around 2055 BCE, evolved over 2000 years to become the largest religious complex ever built in ancient Egypt. Starting as a modest shrine during the Middle Kingdom, it expanded significantly during the New Kingdom period, featuring contributions from numerous pharaohs including Senusret I, Hatshepsut, and Ramesses II.

January 1, 1540 BC

Valley of the Kings Establishment

The Valley of the Kings became ancient Egypt's premier royal burial ground in 1539 BCE, marking a revolutionary shift from pyramid tombs to hidden rock-cut chambers. Located in Luxor's western desert, this necropolis was chosen for its natural limestone cliffs and isolated location.

January 1, 52 BC

Cleopatra VII Becomes Queen of Egypt

Cleopatra VII ascended to the Egyptian throne at age 18, becoming co-ruler with her younger brother Ptolemy XIII. This marked the beginning of one of history's most remarkable reigns and established her as the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt.

August 12, 31 BC

Death of Cleopatra VII

Cleopatra VII, the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, died by suicide on August 12, 30 BCE. Her death marked the end of both Hellenistic Egypt and the age of the pharaohs, transforming Egypt into a Roman province.