Main temple dedicated to the pharaoh at Abu Simbel in South Egypt

The temple at Abu Simbel is actually twin temples, one dedicated to the pharaoh and the other to his primary consort, his queen. In this photo, you are able to see the view of the main temple with the huge statues in front, and a very small section of the hillock that has the other temple, the one for the queen. In these huge temples and the statues, the people in front seem so small and insignificant; but it is tourists like these who now ensure that these temples are well maintained and in great condition.

The Mysteries of Abu Simbel: Ramesses II	View Larger Map