Embark on a captivating journey from Aswan to Abu Simbel and discover the awe-inspiring ancient Egyptian temples. Marvel at the masterpieces of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, united in a symbolic tribute to the Sun God.
- Abu Simbel - “Embark on a journey southward from Aswan, approximately a 3-hour drive, to experience a day tour of Abu Simbel in Aswan via a comfortably air-conditioned vehicle.\n\nAbu Simbel comprises two colossal rock-hewn temples located in a Nubian village in the southern part of Egypt, close to the Sudanese border. These temples are perched on the western shore of Lake Nasser and lie about 230 kilometers southwest of Aswan.\n\nThe pair of temples at Abu Simbel are renowned for their distinctive architecture and are hailed as ancient Egypt’s architectural wonders. The larger of the two temples is dedicated to Ramses II and is often referred to as The Sun Temple of Ramses II. The smaller temple, dedicated to Queen Nefertari, is also known as the Temple of Hathor, who was considered the consort of the Sun God. Symbolically, the two temples unite the figures of Ramses II, Nefertari, Hathor, and the Sun God into a single narrative.”
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Take a journey to the southern outskirts of Aswan. The journey spans about 3 hours by air-conditioned transport, leading you to the marvels of Abu Simbel for a one-day tour.
The monumental Abu Simbel temple, consisting of two impressive rock temples, is located in a Nubian village in Southern Egypt, close to the Sudanese border. Positioned on the western side of Lake Nasser, you’ll find these masterpieces roughly 230 km southwest from Aswan.
Their unique design features make the dual Temples of Abu Simbel ancient Egypt’s crowning glory. Abu Simbel’s grand temple is also referred to as The Sun Temple of Ramses II. Meanwhile, the Temple of Queen Nefertari is nicknamed the Temple of Hathor, who was considered the wife of the Sun God. Therefore, symbolically, these two Temples pay homage to Ramses II, Nefertari, Hathor, and the Sun God in unity.
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