Abu Simbel III, a photo from Aswan, Inland

Photographer's Note

A closer view of the 2 more intact statues on the right. There is another duo of Ramesses II to the left but the head has fallen off that one. I was attracted to the yellow blue colour combination of the man at left, standing out against the mostly sepia tones of the rock. He also provided scale. The 4 statues were built 1290�1223 BC to commemorate Egypt's victory over the Hittites at Kadesh, near Lake Homs on the Lebanon / Syria border.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abu_Simbel_temples

An interesting photo of the original 1968 location of the statues which is now underwater in Lake Aswan.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abu_Simbel_temples#/media/File:Abu_Simbel_relocation_by_Zureks.jpg

ikeharel, NickVu, Fis2, alvaraalto, pierrefonds, jhm, Royaldevon, pajaran, PaulVDV has marked this note useful

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holmertz (103584) 2021-01-06 0:47

Hello Chris,
This is probably the most famous sight of Egypt I didn't see. My schedule didn't allow going that far south. The statues are well known, but the man makes the photo unique. He adds a good splash of colours and, as you say, explains the size of the statues.
Regards,
Gert

ikeharel (114535) 2021-01-06 0:50

Majestic two giant sculptures from the past, Chris, impressive sight and well scaled by the person alongside's.
The ancient Egyption inscription superbly shown in fine sharpness.
An intriguing location, if there was peace - I'd definitely go and see.
Good afternoon,
Ike

Fis2 (171877) 2021-01-06 1:58

Witaj Chris!
A very interesting view, the statues are impressive.
Good framing and colors.
The man add flavor to this picture.
Well done.
Nice day.
Krzysztof

lousat (139960) 2021-01-06 1:59

Hi Chris,beautiful capture of one of the most famous place in the world,the man inside give us the exact idea of big size of statues,perfect quality as usual! Have a nice day and thanks,Luciano

alvaraalto (42804) 2021-01-06 4:19

Hello Chris,
Because of the colourful tourist that you have so beautifully positioned on the left side of the photo, we can easily estimate the enormous size of this more than 30 centuries old wonder of the world.
In addition to all the ruins that we know of ancient times, it is very special to see how intact these statues still are.
Excellent work
Have a nice day, groet Rob

pierrefonds (115488) 2021-01-06 4:46

Bonjour Chris,

La pr駸ence de l'homme a un effet d'馗helle de grandeur. La prise de vue permet de voir les d騁ails des statues. La lumi鑽e rehausse les couleurs de l'image. Bonne journ馥.

Pierre

Silvio1953 (222847) 2021-01-06 5:10

Ciao Chris, great view of imposing statues, fine details, wonderful colors, excellent clarity and splendid light, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

mkamionka (75079) 2021-01-06 5:36

Hi Chris,
This is an amazing place and I am so glad I had a chance to visit it.
I have struggled a lot with the fact that there were so many people there but then I realized that it is what it is and may be I can just take a distance to minimize their impact or like you did here: use the person either to add some color or feeling of scale.
Excellent reportage,
M

jhm (211738) 2021-01-06 5:37

Hello Chris,

You did excellent addition the man beside the big statues, this for the scale
Everything sharp and clear photographed.
Fantastic colours too
An excellent composition, good presentation too.
Very well done, TFS.

Best regards,
John.

Royaldevon (86400) 2021-01-06 9:58

Hello Chris,

This is a fine exposure, showing the details on these variously sized statues with excellent clarity. The hieroglyphs on the large statues' arms and torsos look like early examples of tattoos!
Yes, the inclusion of the man dressed in yellow and blue was a good idea for the reasons stated.

My warm regards,
Bev :-)

vjmite (6660) 2021-01-06 19:34

Hi Chris,
A good sharp photo showing how huge these statues are. The person for scale is necessary for this, but he also provides a bit of colour. You were there at a good time because the sun is at a good angle to show up plenty of detail, and the shadows provide a sense of depth.
Vince

ifege (49363) 2021-01-06 21:45

Hi Chris
A good one of this pair in quite good condition. The man in yellow provided contrast and scale.
cheers
Ian

jemaflor (148180) 2021-01-06 23:34

Hi Chris,
Impressive statues well photographed and presented, excellent result with contrast of light to give relief at your photo. Excellent the human presence to give a scale at these statues, tfs.

pajaran (117001) 2021-01-06 23:37

Pozdrav.
Lepe skulpture i detalji, dobro pokazane sa lepim bojama i kontrastom.
lepe stare statue.
Lepa fotografija.
Zelim vam lep i uspesan dan, sve najbolje.
Paja.

emka (158744) 2021-01-07 23:09

Hello Chris, The iconic view of Abu Simbel monuments. Have you benn above them? It is funny fo see . Good inclusion of the man in yellow for scale.

Best regards MAlgo

jean113 (28253) 2021-01-08 9:28

Hello Chris, the colourful man is a key component of this shot. We know that the statues are enormous but the man emphasises this fact.
The sharpness is excellent, the hieroglyphs are very clearly visible.
Thanks for sharing, kind regards, Jean.

jmdias (116405) 2021-01-09 12:32

chris

marvelous these statues so beautiful, well done and preserved after so much time. excellent quality of image.

take care

jorge

PaulVDV (63452) 2021-01-11 14:54

Hello Chris,
When I visited Abou Simbel there were crowds of visitors.
I remember being slightly disappointed with the interior of this temple. All my life I had seen many pictures of the outside and imagined a lot about what it could look like inside ...
This photo is excellently limited to two of the colossal statues and the beautiful hieroglyphs at the bottom.
Best regards, Paul

abmdsudi (95869) 2021-01-15 4:01

Hi Chris
Very nice shot of this historical monument, has all the warmth of Egypt in it. The man in foreground adds perspective certainly gives it scale. A good record record shot.
Best regards