Definition: The Egyptian Middle and New Kingdom capital of Thebes, in the modern town of Luxor Egypt, was first occupied during the Old Kingdom. It first grew to prominence in the Middle Kingdom, between 2025-1700 BC as the home city of ruling pharaohs such as Mentuhotep I.
The oldest standing building remains are pieces of the temple at Karnak, built in the Middle Kingdom; most of the remaining structures were built during the 18th Dynasty New Kingdom, during its heyday.
The oldest standing building remains are pieces of the temple at Karnak, built in the Middle Kingdom; most of the remaining structures were built during the 18th Dynasty New Kingdom, during its heyday.
Source
An excellent source of information is the article about Thebes by Marie Parsons on TourEgypt.This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
Also Known As: Waset
