Abu Simbel

 One of the monuments that was absolutely on my list to see was the giant figures at Abu Simbel.  When I was in college and studying art history we learned about the ancient monuments that were being threatened by the construction of the Aswan High Dam (which we also got to see).  To save the two temples from being covered by water they were moved piece by piece and reassembled on an artificial hill high above the reservoir. 

I don't remember who the four figures represent but the small figure nearest the camera is my wonder spouse who helped me over the rough spots and made it possible for me to visit all these sites.

The cartouche of Queen Nefertari.  The giant temples were commissioned by Ramses II to honor his queen and himself.