Mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt
There were many factors in the ancient cities that influenced the construction of buildings. Elements such as geography, environment, economic activity and social practice all played an immense role in the 11th century of ancient Egypt. The ancient city of Thebes would not have turned out to be the dynasty that it was without these components being present. It was vitally necessary for the city to use the components to their advantage in order to develop and maintain a wealthy and prosperous city. The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is only one example of the city’s accomplishments. Located on the west bank of the Nile River, the Temple of Hatshepsut stands still more than 35 centuries later. The temple is backed by the Deir el – Beahri cliffs in a deserted area. Limestone was a major resource at the time and was used to construct many of their large buildings. Trees and shrubs suitable for the landscape and environment surrounded the building at the time, and were framed by long, shallow ponds. The area surrounding the Nile is lush greenery, suitable for farming and agriculture however, not far on …show more content…
Although men and women were treated equally during this time, Hatshepsut asked for her to be depicted as a male in portraits and statues. These artworks displayed Hatshepsut with beards, kilts and headdresses, making sure to cover her chest. Without these additions, it is possible that Hatshepsut would not have been taken as a legitimate Pharaoh. Her architect, Senenmut, was arguably the greatest of the time and made sure the building accurately portrayed Hatshepsut’s power and beauty. The statues and busts stand next to tall columns lining the second terrace. The effect of these additions welcomes those who enter the main
There were many factors in the ancient cities that influenced the construction of buildings. Elements such as geography, environment, economic activity and social practice all played an immense role in the 11th century of ancient Egypt. The ancient city of Thebes would not have turned out to be the dynasty that it was without these components being present. It was vitally necessary for the city to use the components to their advantage in order to develop and maintain a wealthy and prosperous city. The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is only one example of the city’s accomplishments. Located on the west bank of the Nile River, the Temple of Hatshepsut stands still more than 35 centuries later. The temple is backed by the Deir el – Beahri cliffs in a deserted area. Limestone was a major resource at the time and was used to construct many of their large buildings. Trees and shrubs suitable for the landscape and environment surrounded the building at the time, and were framed by long, shallow ponds. The area surrounding the Nile is lush greenery, suitable for farming and agriculture however, not far on …show more content…
Although men and women were treated equally during this time, Hatshepsut asked for her to be depicted as a male in portraits and statues. These artworks displayed Hatshepsut with beards, kilts and headdresses, making sure to cover her chest. Without these additions, it is possible that Hatshepsut would not have been taken as a legitimate Pharaoh. Her architect, Senenmut, was arguably the greatest of the time and made sure the building accurately portrayed Hatshepsut’s power and beauty. The statues and busts stand next to tall columns lining the second terrace. The effect of these additions welcomes those who enter the main