Amenhotep III

Amenhotep's rule is remembered as one of the glory and prosperity of art. Amenhotep III was the ninth pharaoh of the 18th dynasty whose reign lasted from 1391 BC to 1353 BC. He deserves to be the most famous ancient Egyptian Pharaoh for having had a great impact on the Egyptian economy that flourished during his reign thanks to the healthy trade relationships at this time. He contributed a lot to the field of art by building many monuments, statues, and stone scales that are still intact to this day. Many texts were found engraved on these fragments during excavations describing a wide range of historical events. He is considered the pharaoh with the largest number of statues of himself.

During Amenhotep III's 38-year reign, he primarily led a peaceful and prosperous Egypt. Indeed, Amenhotep III's achievements as pharaoh were more cultural and diplomatic than military; Few ancient Egyptian pharaohs can match his architectural and artistic legacy. Egypt's wealth and prosperity associated with trade and gold mining in Nubia, allowed Amenhotep to begin extensive construction projects centered in the ancient city of Thebes, ensuring that he would be remembered. to eternal life. Huge buildings, temples, and towering statues of royal figures and gods signify his reign. Like the pharaohs before him, Amenhotep also made impressive contributions to the sacred religious temple of Karnak, the vast temple dedicated to the god Amun, the creator god. Amenhotep III's reign saw Egypt prosper with great wealth, which encouraged a culture of leisure relaxation unlike before.

• Duration of reign: 1388 BC – 1351 BC