What were Queen Hatshepsut's major accomplishments?

One of Hatshepsut's major achievements was expanding the trade routes of Ancient Egypt. Most notably was an expedition to the Land of Punt, which became a major trade partner supplying Egypt with gold, resin, wood, ivory, and wild animals. read more

The reason this naval trade mission was headed by Queen Hatshepsut herself sent a political message that this ancient trade route had been re-established and things were “business as usual” again between Ancient Egypt and Ancient Yeman/Eritrea on that very strategic Incense route. read more

The majority of the information gathered about the queen's life came to light through hieroglyphics and artwork found on the walls of her temple at Deir-el-Bahri. The temple itself is a testament to the accomplishments of Queen Hatshepsut. read more