FAQ About Ramesses II
What were some of the most significant building projects initiated by Ramesses II?
Ramesses II is credited with numerous building projects that have left a significant mark on ancient Egyptian architecture. Some of the most notable projects include the Ramesseum, his mortuary temple in Thebes, the temples at Abu Simbel, which were relocated in the 1960s to avoid flooding from the Aswan High Dam, and the expansion of the temple complex at Karnak. These constructions exemplified his power and divine kingship.
