Temple of Rameses II

Worth the long drive from Luxor

This is one of the best preserved temples in Egypt, yet there were only a few visitors when we were there. The columns in the hypostyle hall are very impressive. The walls are covered with beautiful...

Actually, this is not the Seti I's Temple at Abydos

This temple is behind the better-known one that the tour companies go to. Only those who know it is there will go. Check the map to find it. It is about 300yds to the North of the main Seti I one. It...

Actually, this is Seti I's Temple at Abydos

This was a 3 hour drive from Luxor, but definitely worth the effort. It is more beautifully painted and sculpted than the temples we had seen in Luxor. The colors are well-maintained, and the temple ...

Worth to visit it

I was very much impressed by Abydos Temple even after I visited almost all big famous places in Luxor. The color and the ceiling are much better preserved, the ambience inside is magical. If you visit...

Amazing Site

This is a wonderful site that deserves more visitors as the carvings are just superb. Visited this as part of a Cairo to Luxor cruise on the MS Darakum with Riviera holidays. Wonderful 10 day cruise...