A relief depicting the Egyptian pharao Seti I at the entrance of the Temple of Seti I in Abydos, Egypt

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The Temple of Seti I, also known as the Great Temple of Abydos, is a major historical site located in Abydos. The temple was built in 13th century BC by pharaoh Seti I. Incorporated at the rear of the temple is the Osireion, a largely subterranean complex built with large stone blocks. The temple is also notable for the Abydos graffiti, ancient Phoenician and Aramaic graffiti found on the temple walls.

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Size: 3840px × 5760px
Location: Temple of Seti I, Abydos, Egypt, Africa
Photo credit: © DE ROCKER / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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