What famous ancient temple is located near Aswan?
Abu Simbel
Karnak Temple
Luxor Temple
Temple of Edfu
Answer
Abu Simbel is a famous ancient temple complex located near Aswan. It was built by Pharaoh Ramesses II and is known for its massive rock-cut statues. The temple was relocated in the 1960s to save it from being submerged by the rising waters of Lake Nasser due to the construction of the Aswan High Dam.
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