Egyptian Pharaohs

Ramses II

Usually viewed as the most powerful pharaoh. Constructed many temples including Abu Simbel

Hatshepsut

Typically viewed as the most powerful female ruler of ancient Egypt. Had herself crowned pharaoh. Wore false beard, usually worn by kings.

Menes

United both Upper and Lower Egypt into one kingdom. The unification was symbolized through the double crown

Akhenaten

early ruler of Egypt who rejected the old gods (polytheism) and replaced them with Aten, the sun god(monotheism).

King Tut

restored the old religious practices back to polytheism. Tomb famous for being found in great condition

Khufu

Egyptian pharaoh who had the Great Pyramid constructed as his tomb