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Nefertari's Temple of Hathor

Abu Simbel, Egypt
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Ranked #3 of 6 attractions in Abu Simbel
Type: Ancient Ruins
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... 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
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

The headline might sound ridiculous but makes sense once you are there. Most people walk right and so there usually are quite a lot of people at the Ramses temple and Nefertaris is empty and when you walk over you have Ramses´ temple for yourself. The view is splendid in any way. The inside is also very intricately ornamented and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

Well worth a visit and same comments as Abel Simbel apply. Amazing to see can' recommend more highly.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013 via mobile

This temple built next door to Abu Simbel is impressive in its own right but pales in comparison. Most tourists coming from the bus convoy hit the giant Ramses II temple first so come here and do it in the opposite order to avoid the crowds.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2013

A little smaller than the main temple, this one is very interesting too. Similar statues outside, and beautiful carvings inside.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2013

A wonderful site. You need a top-class guide like ours was to get all the story. And what a story! And that Hathor guy! Wow!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2013

The temples at Abu Simbel were built by Ramses II, Egypt's longest ruling pharaoh. One temple is guarded by four statues of Ramses and the other honours his favourite wife Nefertari. Views of placid Lake Nasser set the backdrop to the extraordinary engineering feat that moved this site 200 feet to avoid being flooded by the creation of the Aswan... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

Just as amazing to see as Ramses II's temple, I love the fact that he loved and respected his first wife so much that he built a temple for her, which was pretty well unheard of in ancient Egypt. Step inside either temple and enjoy the tranquility and coolness, a refreshing break from the heat of the desert.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2013

While everyone is over at Ramsey 2 come here first and then as they all leave go there. The paintings /hieroglyphics are most excellent.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2013 via mobile

Fantastic. Huge and beautiful carvings and amazing craftsmanship work. Such incredible experiences, don't miss out on these once in a lifetime opportunitys.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2013

Great spot for pictures outside. I enjoyed wandering around inside and seeing the carvings on the walls. You cant take pictures inside the temple. Don't miss it...

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