🌟Abu Simbel
Ramses II's monumental masterpiece, carved into a cliff face, stands as an eternal testament to pharaonic power—with four 65-foot-tall colossi of the king guarding its entrance for 3,200 years.
Witness the precision of ancient astronomers: twice yearly, the rising sun pierces the inner sanctum to illuminate statues of Ramses and the gods—a phenomenon that still occurs today.
This engineering marvel was saved from Nile waters in the 1960s, when the entire temple was cut into blocks and relocated 200 feet higher—one of history's greatest rescue missions.
Inside, vibrant battle scenes show Ramses' victory at Kadesh, while hidden chambers whisper of royal rituals performed for the sun god Amun.
Arrive at dawn when the first light sets the colossi ablaze in gold, just as intended by its builders in 1264 BC—and you'll understand why this isn't just a temple, but a statement in stone.
travel from Luxor at 6 am oclock , arrive to aswan then meeting your tours guide who take you to The village Abu Simbel in Aswan has the two massive rock temples of Ramses II. Never miss the Chance to visit this great archeological site. You will explore the big temple of Ramses II dedicated to Ra Hr Akhty. The smaller temple of his wife Nefertari was for Hathor. The temples are carved from the mountainside 1200 B.C. Enjoy the visit with your Egyptologist guide who will explain the history and relocation of the temple as well as the victory of the king in Kadesh battle. Enjoy the history of the two temples and the stories on the wall reliefs with your private tour guide. After the end of the tour, you will be back to Luxor.
Itineraries
✔️Professional tour guide
✔️Transport on air- conditioned vehicle
✔️Entrance fees to all attractions mentioned in the itinerary
✔️Bottled water
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