Update: What was first believed to be a depiction of Pharaoh Ramses II is now more likely thought to be King Psammetich I. | National Geographic

📍The Statue of Ramesses II is a 3,200-year-old figure of Ramesses II, depicting him standing. It was discovered in 1820 by Giovanni Battista Caviglia at the Great Temple of Ptah near Memphis, Egypt. It is made from red granite and weighs 83 tons.🤯 . . . Follow & like for more Egyptian content 🇪🇬 DM us to customize your dream journey through Egypt together 😉 Share this post with someone who'd love to see this ♥️ #Discover_Egypt #Pyramids #Rich_History_Rich_Culture #Egypt_Start_Again #tourism

The mummy of King Ramesses II 🏺✨ One of the greatest kings of ancient Egypt and the longest-reigning ruler of the New Kingdom. His mummy reflects the power and majesty he was known for and stands as living evidence of the ancient Egyptians’ mastery of mummification. Ramesses II is famous for his military and architectural achievements, most notably the temples of Abu Simbel, keeping his name immortal for thousands of years. #RamessesII #RoyalMummies #AncientEgypt #EgyptianCivilization #History