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#1 of 6 attractions in Abu Simbel
5 of 5 stars 213 reviews
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Monuments/ Statues; Architectural Buildings
Distance  104.4 miles from city centre
Temple of Ramesses II
Temple of Ramesses II
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#2 of 6 attractions in Abu Simbel
5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Owner description: This temple was dedicated to Amon-Ra, Harmakes & Ptah. It was elected solely to glorify Ramesses II the Great. The temple was... more » Owner description: This temple was dedicated to Amon-Ra, Harmakes & Ptah. It was elected solely to glorify Ramesses II the Great. The temple was covered in sand until May 22, 1813 which subsequently involved gigantic rescue operation as it was threatened by the waters of Lake Nasser. « less
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites
Nefertari's Temple of Hathor
Nefertari's Temple of Hathor
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#3 of 6 attractions in Abu Simbel
4.5 of 5 stars 35 reviews
Owner description: The front of this temple in honor of Nefertari, wife of Ramses II (19th Dynasty c. 1275-1225 BCE)is a receding Pylon (similar... more » Owner description: The front of this temple in honor of Nefertari, wife of Ramses II (19th Dynasty c. 1275-1225 BCE)is a receding Pylon (similar to the larger temple of Ramses II) with a deified statue of Nefertari and statues of Ramses II on each side of her. « less
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Sound and Light Show - Abu Simbel
Sound and Light Show - Abu Simbel
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#4 of 6 attractions in Abu Simbel
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Owner description: The Sound and Light show at Abu Simbel will transport you to the time of the pharaohs. Enchanting you with melodious music,... more » Owner description: The Sound and Light show at Abu Simbel will transport you to the time of the pharaohs. Enchanting you with melodious music, and bringing the ancient world to life around you, the show includes projections onto the temples showing how they once looked. The program is presented in a number of languages with the provision of ear pieces. It is an experience not to be missed, one that will make your visit to Abu Simbel the memory of a lifetime. « less
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Temple Ramses II
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#5 of 6 attractions in Abu Simbel
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Ramses Day Tours
#6 of 6 attractions in Abu Simbel
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Tours
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