Abu Simbel
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This small town on the shores of Lake Nasser, near Sudan, is home to two magnificent UNESCO-listed temples.

Overview of Abu Simbel

This small town on the shores of Lake Nasser, near Sudan, is home to two magnificent UNESCO-listed temples.

Key Facts

  • Type of place: small town.
  • Tourist interest: (must-see or highly recommended).
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  • Local time: Heure : Abu Simbel.
  • Population: 2,535 inhabitants (2012).
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History of Abu Simbel

What to See and Do in Abu Simbel

Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel
These are two remarkable temples listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites together with the Temple of Isis at Philae.

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Recommended

Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel
★★★ These are two remarkable temples listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites together with the Temple of Isis at Philae.
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