Memphis Open Air Museum: The Colossus and Ruins of Mit Rahina

The Memphis Open Air Museum (Mit Rahina) is a small but essential stop on any Saqqara itinerary. Located on the site of the ancient capital, this museum houses two of the most impressive statues in Egypt. The indoor section contains the limestone Colossus of Ramesses II, a 10-meter giant lying on its back that showcases exquisite artistic detail. Outside, the gardens hold the Alabaster Sphinx, the second largest in the country. Together, these ruins offer a tangible connection to the lost grandeur of the “City of White Walls.”