Archaeologists in Egypt are restoring Ramesses II's temple, the Ramesseum, in the Luxor Governorate. The project, undertaken in collaboration with the National University of Cultural Heritage of Korea, aims to stabilize, restore, and rebuild the pylon of the temple. The restoration is expected to enhance the tourism experience for visitors interested in ancient Egyptian history and culture.
An ancient temple that belonged to an Old Testament pharaoh is being restored by archaeologists in Egypt . In a Facebook post published Thursday, the Egypt ian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced that Ramesses II's temple in the Luxor Governorate, the Ramesseum, will undergo significant restoration work in the new year. Ramesses II is believed to be the pharaoh who ruled over Egypt in the Book of Exodus. The Egypt ian king, whose name is also spelled Ramses, was born in 1303 B.C.
After an earthquake struck Egypt in 27 B.C., the Ramesseum was left in ruins, but a press release noted that the remnants of the ancient building 'indicate that it was a grand temple that reflects the greatness and stature of Ramesses II among the kings.' 'The temple is surrounded by a massive mudbrick wall, and its length reaches 180 meters with a width of 66 meters,' the statement, which was translated from Arabic to English, said.
Additionally, the project involves stabilizing, restoring and returning the stones to their original positions to rebuild the pylon after completing the documentation work.' Officials hope the restoration will 'enhance the tourism experience for visitors, both Egyptian and foreign, especially for those interested in cultural tourism.' Ramesses II made international headlines last year after archaeologists uncovered an ancient sword belonging to his military in September.
The artifact, found in the Beheira Governorate, was part of a discovery that included 'a series of mudbrick architectural units, including military barracks for soldiers and storage rooms for weapons, food, and provisions from the New Kingdom era.' For more Lifestyle articles, visit foxnews.com/lifestyle.
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