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Abu Simbel sees longest tourist line
The Abu Simbel Temple in southern Aswan hosted the longest tourist line to witness the sun's alignment with Pharaoh Ramses II's face, as more than 6,000 tourists from various nationalities flocked to the site from the early hours of the morning, coinciding with the temple's opening at midnight. The phenomenon of the sun's alignment occurs twice annually on October 22 and February 22, and is among the rare astronomical events that showcase the ancient Egyptians' mastery of astronomy and engineering, drawing significant international attention. Details indicate that the number of visitors began with around 2,000 upon the temple's opening and increased to over 6,000. Japanese tourists were among the most eager to occupy the front rows. This phenomenon not only enhances Egypt's tourism reputation but also stands out as one of the most prominent archaeological events highlighting the grandeur of ancient Egyptian civilization.
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