The Beit el-Wali Temple of Ramesses II

• 16 / 5 / 2023

Egypt offers a multitude of captivating attractions across various interests and budgets. Travelers can select from a range of Egypt tour packages tailored to their preferences. Our top-rated packages encompass 7-day itineraries covering Cairo, Nile cruises, Luxor, as well as visits to Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, the Egyptian Museum, the Khan El Khalili bazaar, and Abu Simbel. Opting for a multi-day tour is highly recommended for the best experience.

Beit el-Wali, carved from a sandstone mountainside and perhaps unique as the smallest of its gender, is another of Ramesses II's Nubian monuments that is primarily devoted to Amun along with other gods.
 

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 The Unfinished Obelisk is an enormous ancient obelisk located in a granite quarry in Aswan. It was abandoned during construction, making it an interesting archaeological site. The obelisk gives visitors a glimpse into the ancient Egyptian techniques used to carve these monumental structures, providing insights into the ancient quarrying and sculpting methods.

During the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II, the ancient Egyptian temple known as the Temple of Beit El-Wali was constructed in Lower Nubia. It is mainly devoted to the deified form of Ramesses II, displaying his military might and triumphs over the Nubians. The temple features a hypostyle hall, sanctuary, and forecourt with intricate reliefs and inscriptions that describe his military exploits and relationship with the gods. Its exquisitely carved reliefs, which are in good condition, shed light on his military tactics, cultural customs, and religious beliefs. The temple was moved to its present site because of the risk of submersion posed by the Aswan High Dam.

During the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II, the ancient Egyptian temple known as the Temple of Beit El-Wali was constructed in Lower Nubia. It is mainly devoted to the deified form of Ramesses II, displaying his military might and triumphs over the Nubians. The temple features a hypostyle hall, sanctuary, and forecourt with intricate reliefs and inscriptions that describe his military exploits and relationship with the gods. Its exquisitely carved reliefs, which are in good condition, shed light on his military tactics, cultural customs, and religious beliefs. The temple was moved to its present site because of the risk of submersion posed by the Aswan High Dam.

Aswan offers many great places to enjoy sunrise and sunset views. Here are some recommended places to experience these breathtaking moments in Aswan:

Philae Island: Located on the Nile River and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. You can spend your time there and watch the sunrise or sunset next to the dramatic ancient temples.

Nubia Caves: The Nubia Caves are a great location to watch the sunrise or sunset. They are located on the east bank of the Nile River and offer a great view of the river and the surrounding mountains.

Philae Temple: Climb to the hills of Philae Temple to enjoy stunning views of the Nile and Philae Island. This area is ideal for watching the sunrise and sunset with its magnificent view.

Aswan Corniche: Aswan Corniche is a great location to enjoy the sunrise and sunset on the banks of the Nile. You can relax on the Corniche and watch the sun as it changes in the sky while coloring the sky with its beautiful colors.

Nubia dwellings: You can go to the Nubian Dwellings and enjoy the view of the sun setting behind the beautiful Nubian village and its traditional houses on the banks of the Nile.

The name Al Wali is attributed to one of the righteous saints who lived there at one time, and it was called the House of the Wali, but over time the name was changed to Al Wali.