Abu Simbel - Wikipedia
Abu Simbel is a historic site comprising two massive rock-cut temples in the village of Abu Simbel (Arabic: أبو سمبل), Aswan Governorate, Upper Egypt, near the border with Sudan. It is located on the western bank of Lake Nasser, about 230 km (140 mi) southwest of Aswan (about 300 km (190 mi) by road). The twin temples were originally carved out of the mountai… See more
HistoryDuring his reign, Ramesses II embarked on an extensive building program throughout Egypt and Nubia, which Egypt controlled. Nubia was very important to the Egyptians because it was a source of gold and many other preci… See more
Abu Simbel | History, Temples, Map, & Images | Britannica
Abu Simbel, site of two temples built by the Egyptian king Ramses II (reigned 1279–13 bce), now located in Aswān muḥāfaẓah (governorate), southern Egypt. In ancient times the area was at …
Abu Simbel - World History Encyclopedia
- The Great Temple stands 98 feet (30 metres) high and 115 feet (35 metres) long with four seated colossi flanking the entrance, two to each side, depicting Ramesses II on his throne; each one 65 feet (20 metres) tall. Beneath these giant figures are smaller statues (still larger than life-sized) depicting Ramesses' conquered enemies, the Nubians, Li...
- Published: May 9, 2018
Abu Simbel - History and Facts | History Hit
Jul 20, 2021 · Abu Simbel is an archaeological site in Egypt housing a series of incredible Ancient Egyptian monuments, especially a number of rock temples. The most famous sites at Abu …
Abu Simbel | History Of The Temples Of Ramses II - Ancient Egypt …
While the pyramids of Giza are perhaps the most recognizable artifacts of the ancient Egyptian world, following closely behind are the Abu Simbel temples in Southern Egypt, commissioned …
Abu Simbel: The Temples That Moved - Live Science
Jun 12, 2018 · Built in 1244 B.C., Abu Simbel contains two temples, carved into a mountainside. The larger of the two temples contains four colossal statues of a seated pharaoh Ramesses II (1303-1213 B.C.)...
Abu Simbel - Discover Egypt's Monuments - Ministry of Tourism …
The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, in Nubia near Egypt’s southern border, is among the most awe-inspiring monuments of Egypt. It was cut into the living rock by King Ramesses II (the Great) …
Egypt’s exquisite temples that had to be moved - BBC
Apr 10, 2018 · Deep within the interior of the Great Temple at Abu Simbel, carved into a mountainside in southern Egypt's ancient Nubian Valley, lies a vast, wondrous world. Pillars …
history of Abu Simbel | Britannica
Abu Simbel, Site of two temples built by Ramses II in the 13th century bce. The area, at the southern frontier of pharaonic Egypt, lies near the present-day border between Egypt and …
Everything You Need To Know About Visiting Abu Simbel - Forbes
May 1, 2019 · The site of Abu Simbel is one of Egypt’s most awe-inspiring structures, albeit not the easiest one to visit. Comprised of two majestic temples overlooking Lake Nasser this …