Abu Simbel Festival, The Nile Valley
City Guide
Maps
Directory
Temple of Hathor, Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel Festival
The festival takes place twice a year, in February and October, in celebration of Ramses II's birthday. When Ramses II built his temple he carefully positioned it so that on his birthday and during the sun solstices the inner sanctum would become lit, the rising sun gradually illuminating the statues of Ramses, Ra and Amun, while the god of darkness, Ptah, remains in shadow. Before sunrise the temple becomes packed with people waiting to witness the spectacular show. The outside celebrations include music, dancing, markets, and food and drink stalls.Venue: The Temple of Abu Simbel
Date: February and October, annually
Time: Sunrise
Egypt Highlights can organise Nile cruises, city breaks to Cairo
and the pyramids, private guides and full 15-day tours of the
country.
Intrepid Travel, one of the world's leading suppliers of small
group adventures focused on getting off the beaten track,
interacting with the locals and having real life experiences
throughout Egypt.
iExplore designs made-to-order, privately-guided adventure tours
to Egypt and over 200 other world wonders. Come Back Different!
Embrace Egypt's culture and historical treasures as you journey
from cities to deserts with G.A.P Adventures.