The Epic Relocation of the Abu Simbel Temples: A Testament to Human Ingenuity and the Preservation of Cultural Heritage The 1960s were a pivotal time for the preservation of cultural heritage, as the construction of the Aswan High Dam threatened to submerge the iconic Abu Simbel Temples. In response, a remarkable archaeological rescue mission was undertaken to relocate the temples to a higher location. A Monumental Task The relocation of the Abu Simbel Temples was a monumental task that required

10K views · 129 reactions | Abu Simbel, a historic site in Egypt, features two massive rock-cut temples carved from the mountainside in the 13th century BC during Pharaoh Ramses II's reign. | History Revived | Facebook

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