# Temple of Gerf Hussein

Aswan, Egypt

A rock-cut temple built for Ramesses II by his viceroy Setau, dedicated to Ptah, Ptah-Tatenen, Hathor, and the deified king. Modeled on Abu Simbel, its free-standing parts were saved at New Kalabsha while the carved interior lies beneath the lake.

## Roots Earth

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Coordinates: 23.2833, 32.9

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