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	Abu Simbel - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The twin temples were carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II in the 13th century BC, as a lasting monument to himself and his queen Nefertari, to commemorate his alleged victory at the Battle of Kadesh, and to intimidate his Nubian neighbors.
		Although both the Hittites and the Egyptians claimed victory in the Battle of Kadesh, Ramesses II is represented as victorious on the walls of the greater temple of Abu Simbel.
		The greater Abu Simbel temple 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.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Abu_Simbel (1331 words)

	Abu Simbel
		Abu Simbel is a set of two temples near the border of Egypt with Sudan.
		In early 2001, the author was surprised at the increased number of visitors at Abu Simbel at night and for sunrise.
		During a visit to Abu Simbel during February 2002 by means of the re-opened highway, buses were required to proceed in a convoy with arrival at the site a little after sunrise and about 2.5 hours spent at the temples before the return journey to Aswan.
	www.powerup.com.au /~ancient/abus.htm (454 words)

	Abu Simbel - tips by travel authority Howard Hillman
		Abu Simbel is famous for its four imposing statues of the seated Pharaoh Rameses.
		The construction of Egypt's vast Aswan High Dam across the Nile River in the 1960s guaranteed that the Abu Simbel wonder would be submerged -- thereby lost to future scholars and tourists -- unless it were moved to higher ground.
		This was not the fate of Abu Simbel because encroaching sands soon buried its lower half.
	www.hillmanwonders.com /abu_simbel/abu_simbel.htm (452 words)

	Abu Simbel travel guide - Wikitravel
		Abu Simbel in Egypt was saved from the rising waters of Lake Nasser growing behind the Aswan Dam in a massive archaeological rescue plan sponsored by UNESCO in the 1960s.
		Abu Simbel is currently inaccessible to foreigners travelling by car, on account of police security concerns.
		The road from Aswan to Abu Simbel is open, however, to bus travel....
	wikitravel.org /en/Abu_Simbel (223 words)

	Abu Simbel Temple, Egypt Tours
		Not only are the two temples at Abu Simbel among the most magnificent monuments in the world but their removal and reconstruction was an historic event in itself.
		Abu Simbel was first reported by J. Burckhardt in 1813, when he came over the mountain and only saw the facade of the great temple as he was preparing to leave that area via the Nile.
		The two temples, that of Ramesses II primarily dedicated to Re-Harakhte, and that of his wife, Nefertari dedicated to Hathor, became a must see for Victorians visiting Egypt, even though it required a trip up the Nile, and often they were covered deeply in sand, as they were when Burckhardt found them.
	www.goegypt.org /aboutegy/abu_simbel.htm (724 words)

	Abu Simbel, Egypt
		New dangers threatened the Abu Simbel temples when work began on the construction of the Aswan High Dam (Sadd el-Ali) on January 9, 1960, since the site of these unique monuments would be swallowed up by the rising waters of Lake Nasser, the huge reservoir to be created by the new dam.
		Finally, as the level of the lake continued to rise and time grew ever shorter, the decision was taken to adopt a proposal put forward by the Egyptian sculptor Ahmad Osman for sawing the temples into manageable blocks and re-erecting them on higher ground near their original sites.
		Abu Simbel which was taken apart and moved to higher ground because of Aswan dam.
	www.planetware.com /nubia/abu-simbel-egy-asw-abusim.htm (838 words)

	Abu Simbel, Egypt - Travel Photos by Galen R Frysinger, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
		Abu Simbel was built by Ramses II, the most prolific pharaoh in terms of building works, and no mean military commander either.
		It marked the border between Egypt itself and the southern nation of the Nubians.
		If this “miracle of the sun” is the first miracle of Abu Simbel, the saving of the temples is the second.
	www.galenfrysinger.com /egypt_abu_simbel.htm (678 words)

	Definition of Abu Simbel
		The archaeological complex of Abu Simbel comprises two massive rock temples in southern Egypt on the western bank of the Nile.
		It is a part of the Nubian Monuments UNESCO World Heritage Site, which runs from Abu Simbel downriver as far as Philae.
		The twin temples were carved out of the mountainside by Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BC to intimidate his Nubian neighbors and as a lasting monument to himself and his queen Nefertari, commemorating his alleged victory at the Battle of Kadesh.
	www.wordiq.com /definition/Abu_Simbel (250 words)

	Al-Ahram Weekly \| Egypt \| Abu Simbel back in the limelight (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		But Abu Simbel is only one of seven temples that were rescued from inundation ahead of the 1971 opening of the High Dam, which flooded the whole of Nubia, and each one is in need of landscaping and refurbishments.
		Aside from improving lighting and some restoration work on some of the reliefs, the star of the Abu Simbel project is a new visitor's centre built at the footsteps of the twin temples, dedicated to Ramses II and his wife, Nefertari.
		The new system at Abu Simbel includes mobile and fixed cameras linked to a closed-circuit television, keeping the corridors and halls of the two temples, as well as the surrounding area, under close surveillance at all times.
	weekly.ahram.org.eg /2001/534/eg4.htm (632 words)

	Egypt: Abu Simbel in Nubia, A Feature Tour Egypt Story
		Perhaps after the Giza pyramids, or coincident with them, the great temple of Abu Simbel presents the most familiar image of ancient Egypt to the modern traveler and reader.
		Abu Simbel lies south of Aswan on the western bank of the Nile, 180 miles south of the First Cataract in what was Nubia.
		The rock-cut temple of Ramesses II on the west bank of the Nile at Abu Simbel is the greatest of these.
	www.touregypt.net /featurestories/abusimbel.htm (1369 words)

	Abu Simbel on Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Abu Simbel is an important temple complex about 300k south of Aswan.
		The front of the main temple overlooking Lake Nasser at Abu Simbel has four 20m statues of Ramses II which are very impressive despite the fact that there has been a fair bit of damage over the centuries.
		Because the Abu Simbel complex is a good drive from Aswan the day trips are a borderline option.
	www.egypttour.com.au /abusimbel.html (306 words)

	Abu Simbel
		One hundred seventy-five miles south of Aswan on the shore of Lake Nasser sits what is one of the most intriguing monuments of Egypt -- Abu Simbel.
		On the sides of the two thrones which flank the entrance to the temple are depicted prisoners captured during the defense of Egypt.
		Above the carvings of the captured prisoners, Nile gods are depicted uniting the lands of Egypt.
	www.egyptinteractive.com /EgyptTour/AbuSimbel.htm (217 words)

	History of Egyptian Architecture : Abu Simbel No.1 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Abu Simbel, one of the important sanctuary, is located in Mubian territory, almost on the borders of Sudan and about 300km from Aswan.
		The temples of Abu Simbel was dimantled and reconstructed for saving those might be disappear under the waters of Lake Nasser, because of the construction of New Dam of Aswan.
		The rok-cut temple, as Abu Simbel, has not so-called exterior except facade.
	web.kyoto-inet.or.jp /org/orion/eng/hst/egypt/abusimbel.html (213 words)

	Abu Simbel - Egypt Adventure Tours
		Abu Simbel, possibly the most awe-inspiring temple of all ancient Egypt, with its gigantic rock — cut façade, was created to revere the mighty ruler Ramses II.
		Guarding the entrance to the temple, the 4 colossal statues of Ramses II sit majestically, staring out across the desert, seemingly since time began.
		We offer the Abu Simbel on the morning of Day 4 (on our King Tutankhamen, Ramses or Road to Jordan tours).
	www.onthegotours.com /index.php?pageid=273 (125 words)

	Egypt Uncovered - Abu Simbel, Egypt
		This monumental temple complex was built by King Ramses II (c.1279-1213 B.C.E.) in what was once known as ancient Nubia, as a demonstration of both his worldly and divine power.
		The sun will still shine into the temple on the 21st, though not to quite the same effect, but the crowds will be much smaller, making for a more enjoyable and rewarding experience.
		The Temple of Hathor at Abu Simbel was built by Ramesses II to honour both Hathor as the goddess of love and music and his wife Nefertari as the deified queen.
	www.egypt-uncovered.com /guide/abu_simbel.php (1151 words)

	Egypt: Abu Simbel
		Ramesis II (1304 BC - 1237 BC) built two great temples at Abu Simbel to stamp his authority in the region.
		Unfortunately the entry to the dome was closed when we visited Abu Simbel.
		The two temples are definitely a must see and in my opinion are also the most awe inspiring monuments in Egypt.
	www.travel-notes.org /abu_simbel.html (613 words)

	Abu Simbel and Lake Nasser (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The Temple of Hathor at Abu Simbel was built by Ramses II (c.1279-1213 B.C.E.) to honor both Hathor as the goddess of love/music and his wife Nefertari as the deified queen.
		Ramses II constructed the two great temples in Abu Simbel one for himself and one for his Nubian wife Nefertari.
		The two temples at Abu Simbel are perhaps some of most magnificent monuments in the world.
	www.roadtoegypt.com /abu_simbel.htm (770 words)

	Abu Simbel - Egypt: A Suite on the Nile (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Built to honor Ramses II, Abu Simbel and the Temple of Hathor were hewn out of a cliff in the 13th century BC.
		Abu Simbel features 108 foot high facade with four huge statues of Ramses II, wearing the double crown of Upper and Lower Egypt.
		In the 1960's UNESCO cut the temples from the mountain and moved them in order to save them from the rising waters of Lake Nassar, created by the Aswan High Dam.
	www.4windstravel.com /shows/egypt/abusimbel.html (293 words)

	BBC - h2g2 - Abu Simbel, Egypt - A430183
		At the farthest southern reaches of his kingdom, on what is now the Egypt/Sudan border, he constructed two mammoth temples - this is Abu Simbel.
		Ramses's builders had the temple aligned so that twice a year (once on Ramses's birthday, and again on the anniversary of his ascension to the throne) the rays of the rising Sun pierce the full depth of the temple to illuminate the four seated statues, except for Ptah, the god of darkness.
		The only way to reach Abu Simbel from the touristy part of Egypt is by air.
	www.bbc.co.uk /dna/h2g2/alabaster/A430183 (729 words)

	Egypt Hotels - Abu Simbel Seti Hotel Abu Simbel Egypt
		Located in between the town of Abu Simbel and the Temple complex.
		In the heart of one of Ancient Egypt’s most majestic locations, lies the Seti Abu Simbel, the only hotel at the foot of the Grand Temple of Ramses.
		The Abu Simbel Seti Hotel is an ideal place from which to visit the breathtaking twin statues of the Pharaoh this Queen Nefertari.
	www.southtravels.com /africa/egypt/setihotelabusimble/index.html (243 words)

	Tour of Egypt
		Mention Egypt to most people in the West and thoughts turn to the great pyramids or the Sphinx.
		In fact, Egypt was home to two of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - the great pyramid (the only one of the seven to survive) and the lighthouse at Alexandria.
		Whilst this web site does highlight the reminders of Egypt's past, the Egypt of today is a vibrant, colourful country which is home to a friendly people.
	homepage.powerup.com.au /~ancient/tour.htm (112 words)

	Sacred Places: Abu Simbel, Egypt
		Because of their remote location near the Sudanese border in sourthern Egypt, the temples were unknown until their rediscovery in 1813.
		Those on the north side are shown wearing the White Crown of Upper Egypt, while those on the south wear wearing the Double Crown of Lower Egypt.
		Abu Simbel (photographs from the University of Chicago's Egyptian Expedition, 1905-06)
	witcombe.sbc.edu /sacredplaces/abusimbel.html (599 words)

	Ø Wilson's Almanac free daily ezine \| Book of Days \| February 22 \| Perpendicular Sun Ramses II Abu Simbel ...
		The combination of human endeavour and natural phenomena provides what must be one of the most spectacular sights in the world.
		On each side of the temple, which was carved into a sandstone cliff overlooking the Second Cataract of the Nile, sit a pair of colossal statues of him, more than 65 feet tall.
		Of the seven temples he built, Abu Simbel is considered to be the most impressive …
	www.wilsonsalmanac.com /book/feb22.html (3190 words)

	Abu Simbel Elephantine and Kitchener Islands Egypt
		Between the three flights down to Abu Simbel and one back to Aswan, there's going to be a lot of air time today.
		The bus ride to Abu Simbel was brief.
		It is located in the heart of Nubia and was rescued from the construction of Lake Nasser that would have flooded it.
	www.catalunatics.com /atour/abusimbel.htm (778 words)

	Abu Simbel & Nile River Cruise
		Egypt and Nile River Cruise Abu Simbel and Nile River Cruise
		The Great Temple of Abu Simbel was built in the 13th century to honor Ramses II.
		The Temple facade was buried in sand for centuries.
	www.travelsignposts.com /Destination/main.php?g2_itemId=9319&g2_page=1 (113 words)

	Abu Simbel Hotels - Secure Reservations and Discount Rates on Abu Simbel Hotels (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The Seti Hotel Abu Simbel situated in the heart of one of Ancient Egypt’s most majestic locations.
		The Seti Hotel is the only hotel with spectacular views of Lake Nasser located at the foot of the...
		The Nefertari Hotel Abu Simbel is located just 300 meters from the famous rock temples of Pharaoh Ramses III and his Queen Nefertari.
	www.precisionreservations.com /ph-aspx-city_id.18165-db-hoteldatabase/PHCOther.htm (165 words)

	Abu Simbel, Egypt
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		A town in the southern Egypt, close to the border to Sudan.
	www.odyssei.com /destinations/9878.html (202 words)

	Africa - Egypt Abu Simbel by air - Goway Travel Experiences
		The great temple of Abu Simbel is reached by a short flight from Aswan and is dedicated to the glory of Pharaoh Ramses II.
		The towering statues are 60 feet in height and the most photographed phenomenon in Egypt.
		The tour departs daily early in the morning and returns to Aswan in time to catch your flight to Cairo or board your Nile Cruise ship.
	www.goway.com /africa/egypt/egypt_more.html (185 words)

	Abu Simbel, Egypt. Tourist Information - VIRTOURIST.COM ABU SIMBEL
		is one of the most impressive temples in Egypt --and in the world, probably.
		This temple was dug on the Western mountain range in 1290-1224 BC in Abu Simbel, and was dedicated to the triad Amon-Ra, Ptah and Ra-Harakhte, by Ramses II.
		In case this is your first tour with me, let me introduce myself: my name is Enric, and my intention is to go to the most beautiful places on earth and put photos of them on this web site.
	www.virtourist.com /africa/abusimbel/index.html (198 words)

	Nubian Monuments from Abu Simbel to Philae - UNESCO World Heritage Centre
		Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations.
		This outstanding archaeological area contains such magnificent monuments as the Temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel and the Sanctuary of Isis at Philae, which were saved from the rising waters of the Nile thanks to the International Campaign launched by UNESCO, in 1960 to 1980.
		"Aswan and Nubia, from Idfu to Abu Simbel", (Egyptian Ministry of Tourism)
	whc.unesco.org /pg.cfm?cid=31&id_site=88 (119 words)

	Egypt: Aswan, Abu Simbel
		Near Aswan are the Granite Quarries where the obelisks found in many parts of Egypt came.
		With the water power the whole of Egypt can be supplied with electricity and because the quantity of water is always the same regardless of season, agricultural areas could be enlarged, but the yearly floods that previously brought fertile mud, now must be compensated with mineral fertilizer.
		Because of the lack of rain there is always the risk of oversalting of the soil.
	www.aegypten-fotos.de /aswan_e.htm (546 words)

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