Abu Simbel

GPTKB entity

Properties (49)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf archaeological site
gptkbp:architecturalStyle Ancient_Egyptian_architecture
gptkbp:associated_with the sun on specific dates
gptkbp:associatedWith the Battle of Kadesh
gptkbp:attracts archaeologists
gptkbp:built sandstone
religious purposes
the_reign_of_Ramses_II
gptkbp:constructedIn 13th century BC
gptkbp:contains hieroglyphic inscriptions
gptkbp:culturalSignificance symbol_of_ancient_Egypt
gptkbp:dedicatedTo gptkb:Ramses_II
Hathor
gptkbp:designatedAs UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
gptkbp:established European_explorers
gptkbp:features two massive rock temples
four seated statues of Ramses II
the Small Temple
the_Great_Temple
statues_of_Nefertari
gptkbp:foundedBy gptkb:Ramses_II
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Abu Simbel
gptkbp:influencedBy Nubian_culture
gptkbp:inspiredBy gptkb:Egyptian_mythology
gptkbp:is a significant historical site
a popular photography location
a destination for cultural tourism
a site of cultural heritage
a site of international interest
a site of archaeological significance
a site of ancient worship
a location of historical importance
a representation of ancient engineering skills
a site of ancient artistry
a_UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site_since_1979
a_landmark_of_ancient_Egyptian_civilization
a_site_of_ancient_Egyptian_architecture
a_major_tourist_destination_in_Egypt
a_monument_to_Ramses_II's_legacy
gptkbp:locatedIn gptkb:Egypt
gptkbp:maintainedBy gptkb:UNESCO
gptkbp:movement Aswan_High_Dam_construction
gptkbp:notableFor its colossal statues
gptkbp:partOf Nubian Monuments
the Abu Simbel temples complex
gptkbp:recognizedBy Egyptian_government
gptkbp:symbolizes the_power_of_Ramses_II
gptkbp:touristAttraction yes
gptkbp:visitedBy millions of tourists annually