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Built as a monument to Rameses II and his beloved wife Nefertari, the Abu Simbel temples are famous the world over. Located close to the border with Sudan and standing in isolation on the bank of Lake Nasser, this incredible site has a sense of magic that leaves an indelible mark in the memories of all who visit. These monuments, a grandiose testament to Rameses's power, had to be moved so that they weren't submerged by the waters of the lake.

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  • Carved out of solid rock, this most famous of the temples erected by Rameses II survived thanks to Egyptologist Christiane Desroches Noblecourt and UNESCO, which covered the costs of moving it out of the reach of the waters during construction of the..

  • Wadi el-Seboua Site Recommended Recommended

    ET - Abou Simbel

    Take a cruise to appreciate these three temples that were rescued from the waters and now stand on the left bank of Lake Nasser . Wadi el-Seboua Temple was built by Rameses II, well after Abu Simbel; a colossus bearing the effigy of the pharaoh ca..

  • Amada Site Interesting

    ET - Abou Simbel

    This site, which can only be reached by boat, houses three ancient monuments which were moved at the same time as the other Nubian edifices. The Amada Temple , built under the XIII Dynasty, is famous for its polychrome reliefs (note in particular th..

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Hotels Abu Simbel

  • Seti Abu Simbel Lake Resort

    Abu Simbel Touristic Village ET - Abu Simbel

    Located at the foot of the Grand Temple of Ramses II, Abu Simbel Hotel offers views of Lake Nasser. It offers a landscaped pool area, luscious gardens and Nubian-style accommodation. All accommodation at Abu Simbel offer views of a garden or Lake Na..

  • Nefertari Hotel Abu Simbel

    Abu Simbel El Seyahy ET - Abu Simbel

    Overlooking Nasser Lake, Nefertari Hotel Abu Simbel offers air-conditioned rooms. It has an outdoor pool surrounded by loungers. Free Wi-Fi and ais available. Rooms have views of the gardens, pool, or surrounding mountains. Each includes a seating a..

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