Abu Simbel, Egypt. Temple of Hathor or Temple of Nefertari, or also called Small Temple, (foreground). It was built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II (ca. 1279 BC-1213 BC) and dedicated to his wife, Queen Nefertari. In the background, the Great Temple of Ramesses II, also built at the same time.

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