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The rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel

Aswan

Abu Simbel

Abu Simbel contains the rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and the smaller temple associated with Hathor and Queen Nefertari. The monuments were relocated during the international Nubian rescue campaign, making preservation history part of the visit.

19th Dynasty · NubiaAswanEditorial place guide

Abu Simbel contains the rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and the smaller temple associated with Hathor and Queen Nefertari. The monuments were relocated during the international Nubian rescue campaign, making preservation history part of the visit.

Abu Simbel contains the rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and the smaller temple associated with Hathor and Queen Nefertari. The monuments were relocated during the international Nubian rescue campaign, making preservation history part of the visit.

A closer look

Three details that change the way you see it.

01

The Great Temple of Ramesses II and the smaller temple associated with Nefertari.

02

Solar orientation, colossal imagery and royal programme.

03

The engineering and international cooperation behind the relocation.

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