Nubian Monuments from Abu Simbel to Philae
آثار النوبة من أبو سمبل حتى فيلة
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:11
Welcome to the Nubian Monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage site that stretches along the Nile from the colossal temples of Abu Simbel to the elegant sanctuaries of Philae. This region is not just a collection of ancient ruins; it…
Listen in the app2The Great Temple Facade — The Colossi of Ramesses1:48
We begin at the most iconic sight in Nubia: the facade of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel. Guarding the entrance are four colossal statues of Ramesses II, each standing 20 meters high. …
Listen in the app3The Hypostyle Hall and the Battle of Kadesh1:45
Entering the Great Temple, we find ourselves in the first Hypostyle Hall. This vast space is supported by eight massive pillars, each featuring a statue of Ramesses II in the form of Osiris, the god of the afterlife. …
Listen in the app4The Inner Sanctuary — The Solar Phenomenon1:51
We now reach the most sacred and mysterious part of the temple: the inner sanctuary, located 63 meters deep into the rock. At the back wall of this small chamber are four seated statues: Ptah, Amun-Ra, the deified Ramesses II,…
Listen in the app5The Small Temple — Nefertari and Hathor1:47
A short walk from the Great Temple brings us to the Small Temple, dedicated to the goddess Hathor and Ramesses II's most beloved wife, Queen Nefertari. This temple is significant because it is one of the very few instances in…
Listen in the app6The UNESCO Relocation Monument1:49
As we walk between the two temples, we encounter the monument and exhibits dedicated to the UNESCO relocation project. This is a crucial part of the modern history of Nubia. …
Listen in the app7Philae — The Pearl of the Nile1:51
Our final stop in the Nubian landscape takes us north to the Temple of Philae, often called the 'Pearl of the Nile.' This temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, was the last bastion of ancient Egyptian religion, with hieroglyphic…
Listen in the app8Closing1:11
As we conclude our tour of the Nubian Monuments, I hope you carry with you a profound sense of both the ancient and modern achievements represented here. These temples are more than just ruins; they are symbols of survival. …
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| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 14 min 13 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 22.3364, 31.6261 |
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