SMALLER ROCK TEMPLE

Formerly at Abu Simbel Dynasty XIX, 1304-1237 B.C. The smaller temple at Abu Simbel is dedicated to Nefertari, Ramesses' wife and the goddess Hathor. Sculptures of the king and queen as Hathor alternate between incised pilasters in the form of buttresses. The carved areas of the facade were originally covered with painted stucco.

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