Abu Simbel: One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World #shorts #viral

Abu Simbel: One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World
Abu Simbel is a historic site comprising two massive rock-cut temples in the village of Abu Simbel, Aswan Governorate, Upper Egypt, near the border with Sudan. It is situated on the western bank of Lake Nasser, about 230 km southwest of Aswan

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What is Abu Simbel famous for?
It was dedicated to the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah, as well as to the deified Ramesses himself. It is generally considered the grandest and most beautiful of the temples commissioned during the reign of Ramesses II, and one of the most beautiful in Egypt.

Who built Abu Simbel and why?
Ramses built the Temple at Abu Simbel in Egypt to intimidate his enemies and seat himself amongst the gods.

Who was buried in Abu Simbel?
These two immense carved rock temples at Abu Simbel, a village in the ancient Upper Egyptian region of Nubia, are dedicated to 13th century Pharaoh Ramesses II and his first wife Nefertari

Why was the Abu Simbel temple so important?
The temple was mainly cut into a solid rock cliff. The main goal behind construction was to celebrate the victory of Ramses II that was established during the Hittites at Kadish battle in 1274 B.C. The temple was dedicated to a number of ancient Egyptian gods such as Ra-Horakhty, Ptah, and Amon.

Is it safe to go to Abu Simbel?
You will be safe around Abu Simbel, but do NOT drive anywhere in Egypt. It takes a long time to get to places, the roads are often poor and the driving is terrifying. You will be safe around Luxor and in the Red Sea resorts, but do not go anywhere outside the main tourist areas.

Why is Abu Simbel broken?
The Pharaoh is shown wearing the Pshent, or Double Crown of Upper and Lower Egypt. The head of the second statue from the left is broken off and laying on the ground in front of the statue. This happened during an earthquake just after the temple was completed.

Why is it called Abu Simbel?
Allegedly, the Swiss explorer Burckhardt was led to the site by a boy named Abu Simbel in 1813 CE and the site was then named after him.

What is inside Abu Simbel?
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.) at its entrance, each about 69 feet (21 meters) tall.

How much did it cost to move Abu Simbel?
Work with relocating the Abu Simbel temples was concluded on September 22, 1968 with a large inaugural ceremony. The entire project cost about SEK 200 million to complete (about SEK 1.7 billion in today’s monetary value).

How much time do you need at Abu Simbel?
You will have about 1.5 hours to visit the temple complex. You will fly back to Aswan on the same airplane that brought you to Abu Simbel. However, you are not allowed to leave anything on the airplane. If you have anything that you don’t want to carry to the temples, you can leave it on the bus.

Do I need a tour guide for Abu Simbel?
Do You Need a Guide for Abu Simbel. Tour guides are not allowed inside the Abu Simbel Temple Complex. So, you might be wondering if you really need to hire a tour guide for your visit to Abu Simbel. It is your choice.

Can you visit Abu Simbel boat?
Seven cruise ships transport tourists to visit the famous temples at Abu Simbel travelling down the middle of the lake only visiting the Nubian monuments on the shore line. Our small boat cruise offers a more rewarding experience.

Is Abu Simbel in the Valley of the Kings?
How far is it from Abu Simbel temples to Valley of the Kings? The distance between Abu Simbel temples and Valley of the Kings is 391 km. The road distance is 484.7 km.

How was Ramses II temple saved from destruction?
Dismantling began at the top of the temples, while their facades were protected by sand cushions to prevent fragments from falling and causing damage. The Great Temple alone was covered with 19,000 cubic metres of sand. The interior of the temples was bolstered by a steel scaffolding.

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