Events with tag - Thebes

January 1, 2056 BC

Temple of Karnak Construction Begins

Construction of the Temple of Karnak, ancient Egypt's most magnificent religious complex, began under Pharaoh Senusret I. Starting as a modest shrine to Amun-Ra, it evolved over 2,000 years into a vast 200-acre religious center featuring massive pylons, grand halls, and intricate religious architecture.

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, 1333 BC

King Tutankhamun's Reign

Nine-year-old Tutankhamun became pharaoh of ancient Egypt in 1332 BCE, ruling for a decade during the 18th dynasty of the New Kingdom period. His reign marked a crucial return to traditional Egyptian religious practices after Akhenaten's controversial reforms.

July 6, 372 BC

Battle of Leuctra

The Battle of Leuctra in 371 BCE marked a turning point in ancient Greek history when Theban forces under Epaminondas defeated the previously invincible Spartan army using revolutionary military tactics. This historic victory ended Spartan hegemony over Greece.

July 4, 362

Battle of Mantinea

The Battle of Mantinea was a decisive battle in ancient Greece where Theban forces under Epaminondas defeated Sparta but lost their leader, effectively ending Theban supremacy and paving the way for Macedonian dominance.