00:00If you're traveling to Egypt, don't miss this hidden-in-plain-sight masterpiece.
00:05Imagine waking up before sunrise and heading deep into southern Egypt
00:10to discover one of the most incredible temples in the world.
00:14Welcome to Abu Simbel.
00:16Carved directly into the rock over 3,000 years ago
00:21these temples were built by Pharaoh Ramses II
00:23and are famous for their enormous statues and incredible ancient Egyptian architecture
00:29But here's what makes Abu Simbel even more fascinating.
00:33The entire temple complex was relocated in the 1960s
00:38to save it from being submerged after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.
00:42Today, you can stand in front of these massive temples
00:45and see one of Egypt's greatest engineering and archeological achievements.
00:50If you're planning an Egypt trip, add Abu Simbel to your itinerary.
00:54You won't regret it.
00:55Save this for your Egypt trip and follow us for more unforgettable places to visit in Egypt.
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