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Egypt

New Wadi es-Sebua

Archaeological site with relocated ancient temples

Time Periods

Paleolithic

Paleolithic

Mesolithic

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Neolithic

Chalcolithic

Chalcolithic

Bronze Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Iron Age

Classical Period

Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Early Modern Period

Early Modern Period

Industrial Period

Industrial Period

Contemporary Period

Contemporary Period

Location

About

The New Wadi es-Sebua site in Egypt is an archaeological location of profound historical significance, housing three ancient Egyptian temples initially constructed at the original Wadi es-Sebua site. These temples, attributed to the New Kingdom pharaohs Ramesses II and Amenhotep III, boast monumental pylons and rock-cut sanctuaries, representing the architectural grandeur of the Late Bronze Age. The site also includes the incomplete Temple of Maharraqa from the Roman period and the Greco-Roman Temple of Dakka, dedicated to the deity Thoth. These structures were relocated in the 1960s due to the construction of the Aswan Dam. The site reflects a rich tapestry of religious and historical narratives spanning from the 14th century BCE through the Roman era, providing invaluable insights into the religious and cultural evolution in Lower Nubia.

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Archaeological Features

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Religious and Ritual Structures

Temples

Historical Timeline

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Details

Country
Egypt
Source
Wikipedia