Jebel Barkal Collection

The standing columns of the temple of the goddess Mut at Jebel Barkal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Karima, Sudan, Africa

View of Mount Barkal, Sudan, 1842-1845. Artist: E Weidenbach
View of Mount Barkal, Sudan, 1842-1845. Jebel Barkal is a mountain 400 kilometres north of Khartoum. In c1450 BC the Egyptian Pharaoh Thutmose III extended his kingdom to the area

Pyramids at the Royal Cemetery next to Jebel Barkal.; Meroe, Sudan, Africa

The ruins of the Temple of Amun at Jebel Barkal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Karima, Sudan, Africa

Pyramids at Jebel Barkal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Karima, Sudan, Africa

Pyramids to the west of the temple at Jebel Barkal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Karima, Sudan, Africa

The pyramids at Jebel Barkal, used by Napatan Kings during the 3rd century BC, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Karima, Sudan, Africa

The Temple of Amun as seen from the holy mountain of Jebel Barkal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Karima, Sudan, Africa

Pillars at the Temple of Amun below the holy mountain of Jebel Barkal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Karima, Sudan, Africa

The Temple of Amun and the holy mountain of Jebel Barkal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Karima, Sudan, Africa

A carved pillar stands at the entrance to the Temple of Amun and the holy mountain of Jebel Barkal (Gebel Barkal), Karima, Sudan, Africa

Carved pillars stand at the entrance to the Temple of Amun and the holy mountain of Jebel Barkal, (Gebel Barkal), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Karima, Sudan, Africa

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Jebel Barkal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, holds the majestic standing columns of the temple dedicated to the goddess Mut. These ancient ruins stand as a testament to the rich history and cultural significance of this site in Sudan. Captured by artist E Weidenbach in 1842-1845, Mount Barkal provides a breathtaking backdrop for these remarkable structures. Its towering presence adds an aura of grandeur and mystique to Jebel Barkal. Adjacent to Jebel Barkal lies the Royal Cemetery, where pyramids rise proudly from the earth. These tombs pay homage to those who once ruled over this sacred land, their legacy forever etched into its very foundation. Amongst the ruins at Jebel Barkal stands another temple - that of Amun. Though time has weathered its walls and eroded its beauty, it still exudes an undeniable sense of reverence and awe-inspiring architecture. The pyramids surrounding Jebel Barkal further enhance its allure. As part of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, they symbolize not only power but also serve as a reminder of humanity's capacity for greatness throughout history. To witness these wonders is to step back in time and immerse oneself in Africa's captivating past. The standing columns echo with whispers from centuries ago while offering glimpses into a civilization long gone but never forgotten. Jebel Barkal continues to be cherished as one of Sudan's most treasured sites - an archaeological marvel that invites visitors on a journey through time. Its enduring beauty serves as both a tribute to our ancestors' ingenuity and an inspiration for generations yet unborn.