Egypt- Abu Simbel

We take a short flight (approximately 45 minutes) from Aswan to Abu Simbel, to explore some magnificent temples. Built by Ramses II, it was the gateway to Egypt for Southern Africans and its imposing facade clearly delineated the line between what was the Pharaoh's land and what was not. With the four gargantuan statues of Ramses guarding the Great Temple, carved directly out of the mountain on the west bank of the Nile, this is one of Egypt's most memorable sights.

It was a sight as you walk along way to the entrance and you only see the other other side of the mountain and when you turn the corner, there it is. It was a very got day and my flight was delayed so all the tour groups were leaving becasue of the heat of the day. It was great having ot nearly to myself. That does not happen often. I wanted to stay longer but we had to get the flight back to Aswan. It was grand!

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