I agree 100% with other reviewers. The King Ramses II temple and Queen Nefertari Temples at Abu Simbel are the most magnificent and memorable temples that you shall see while in Egypt and should not be missed. You have to see them to appreciate the size and the architectural genius of carving them from the mountains. It is nearly as... more
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This ancient complex consisting of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel, built in honor of of Ramses II, and the smaller Temple of Hathor was hewn out of a...
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This ancient complex consisting of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel, built in honor of of Ramses II, and the smaller Temple of Hathor was hewn out of a solid cliff in the 13th century BC.
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Jan 16, 2008
5/5 found this review helpful
One of the best moments of mankind! Absolutely stunning, especially taking into account the enormous effort of transporting it piece by piece and the amazing restoration work. Also, the way to Abu Simbel is a unique experience. Try to hire a car and a driver instead of riding a bus; it will be much more comfortable and you'll have at... more
May 26, 2006
25/25 found this review helpful
I agree w/the previous posting - thought I was suffering from "pharoah's phatigue" after a two week 'run" thru Egypt on an Eclipse Tour. This site was our last and well worth it. The 2:30 wake up call, 4am convoy thru the "Mars-like" landscape of Abu Simbel was worth every last bit of sleep deprivation. You do need to arrive... more
Apr 5, 2006
47/47 found this review helpful
I thought I might be "templed out" after the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Luxor and Karnak but nothing is as amazing as Abu Simbel. The site is close to the Sudanese border, so be warned, it is a three-hour each way journey by coach from Aswan, and most leave at 4.00am to get there by 7.00. This is not... more
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