The Colossus of Ramesses II at Memphis, Mit Rahinah, Al Badrashin, Egypt, Africa
Colossus of Ramesses II The Colossus of Ramesses is an enormous statue carved in limestone. It is about 10m ( ft) long, even though it has no feet, and is located near the village of Mit Rahina. A small museum has been built to house this magnificent piece. The fallen colossus was found near the south gate of the temple of Ptah, located about 30m from the huge limestone statue of Ramesses. Some of the original colors are still partly preserved. This piece was found in 1820 by an Italian traveler Giovanni Caviglia. Mohammad Ali donated the statue to the British Museum, but the task of moving the piece prevented the British from taking it to England. It is located in the archaeological zone of Memphis in the museum built to protect it. The colossus is an incredible piece of work. Ramesses is portrayed in the prone position, but the piece is unfinished.
Size: 4060px × 2707px
Location: Memphis, Mit Rahinah, Al Badrashin, Egypt
Photo credit: © John Keates / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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