Gerf Hussein, Archaeological temple site near Aswan, Egypt
The temple of Gerf Hussein features both rock-cut sections and free-standing elements, including a large courtyard surrounded by columns and statue pillars.
Built during the reign of Ramesses II by Setau, Viceroy of Nubia, the temple served as a religious center dedicated to deities Ptah, Ptah-Tatenen, and Hathor.
The temple contains multiple statues of Ramesses II in Osiris form, along with relief decorations showing the pharaoh making offerings to various deities.
Due to the Aswan Dam construction in the 1960s, parts of the temple were moved to New Kalabsha, while other sections remain underwater in Lake Nasser.
The temple features a 43-meter deep rock-cut section with a pillared hall containing two rows of statue pillars and four recesses for divine triads.
GPS coordinates: 23.28333,32.90000
Latest update: March 5, 2025 12:33
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