Could this be the entrance to a hidden city? The Gateway of Nectanebo I whispers tales of ancient rulers and forgotten dynasties. This gateway is more than just an entrance. It’s a monument to the power and ambition of Nectanebo I, the pharaoh who dared to dream of a unified Egypt. Imagine the grand processions that once passed through this gateway, led by pharaohs and their entourages. Nectanebo I, the last native Egyptian pharaoh, commissioned this gateway, leaving his mark on this land of pharaohs. He wasn’t content with a simple archway. He envisioned a grand avenue lined with sphinxes, connecting the temple complexes of Luxor and Karnak. Each sphinx, a testament to his reign. His vision extended beyond the grand avenue. He also constructed a majestic courtyard outside the gateway, a fitting entrance to the temple’s grandeur. It is a reminder of his legacy, a legacy that has survived for centuries.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to