Osireion, Ancient temple in Abydos, Egypt
The Osireion features massive stone blocks arranged around a central island, surrounded by water channels within its underground structure.
Archaeological excavations in 1902 by Flinders Petrie and Margaret Murray revealed this cenotaph, built during the reign of Seti I around 1294 BCE.
The temple incorporates religious texts and decorative elements depicting the Egyptian god Osiris and beliefs about resurrection and immortality.
The entrance tunnel extends 100 meters into the ground, leading visitors through passages decorated with funeral texts to reach the main ceremonial chamber.
The central hall contains seventeen niches that housed Osiris statues, with architectural elements resembling structures from the Old Kingdom period.
Location: Sohag Governorate
Part of: Abydos
GPS coordinates: 26.18414,31.91850
Latest update: May 11, 2025 20:17
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