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Abu Simbel (New Millennium Collection: North Africa)
Discover the archaeological site of Abu Simbel with this colourful guide published by Bonechi; with pictures and some cultural information this book is the perfect way to travel without leaving home.
Abu Simbel is not just one of the most beautiful temples in Egypt but is also symbolic of the vast enterprise undertaken to save the 14 temples of Nubia that were threatened by the rising waters of Lake Nasser. Despite the problems, sheer determination and the wonders of technology combined to achieve one of the most incredible feats of dismantling and reconstruction ever undertaken by archaeologists, thus saving the temple and perpetuating its memory throughout the centuries.
Discover the archaeological site of Abu Simbel with this colourful guide published by Bonechi; with pictures and some cultural information this book is the perfect way to travel without leaving home.
Abu Simbel is not just one of the most beautiful temples in Egypt but is also symbolic of the vast enterprise undertaken to save the 14 temples of Nubia that were threatened by the rising waters of Lake Nasser. Despite the problems, sheer determination and the wonders of technology combined to achieve one of the most incredible feats of dismantling and reconstruction ever undertaken by archaeologists, thus saving the temple and perpetuating its memory throughout the centuries.
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Writer : Giovanna Mag
English Edition : Bonechi Guides (August 2009)
Paperback: 128 pages
ISBN: 9788847619135
Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.6 x 0.4 inches
Weight: 1 kg