The Egyptian Temple of the Iberian Peninsula - Temple of Debod, Madrid
Ancient Egyptian temples and the Iberian Peninsula are far apart, seemingly irrelevant. But the fact is that there is an ancient Egyptian temple, the Temple of Debod (Templo de Debod), on a small hill near the Spanish Square in Madrid, Spain, in the Parque de la Montana. It is an ancient temple built on the banks of the Nile near Aswan in ancient Egypt in the 4th century BC. It is the oldest building in Madrid.
In 1960, the Egyptian government decided to build a new dam to replace the one built at the end of the 19th century in order to increase more irrigable farmland and control the floods of the Nile. This would raise the water level, expand the capacity and water area of Lake Nasser, and submerge the temples on the banks of the Nile. UNESCO called on the world to save these endangered cultural relics and treasures of human civilization. Many countries participated in this rescue operation. The United States and many European countries responded to the call and provided a lot of help for the rescue operation, including the relocation of the most famous Abu Simbel Temple in Aswan, Egypt, which is one of the greatest monument protection operations in the world. To thank the Spanish government for its support and help, the Egyptian government decided to give the Temple of Debod to Spain. In 1968, the Temple of Debod was dismantled according to the number arrangement and transported to Madrid, where it was rebuilt in the original style in the Parque de la Montana, facing east and west. It was completed and officially opened to the public in 1972. This is one of the very few well-preserved ancient Egyptian buildings that can be admired outside of Egypt. It is extremely precious and rare. The building has a front hall, several temples and terraces, and the interior retains the original decoration. It is said that there are many precious original site image materials and relocation and construction materials on display. There used to be a pool around it, probably to simulate the original scene on the banks of the Nile, where you can see the reflection of the temple. When I went, there was no water in the pool, because of the Christmas and New Year holidays, there were too many people in line, I was short of time, and I couldn't visit inside, leaving another regret.
Visiting is free, but because the temple area is limited, the flow of tourists is controlled and you need to wait in line.
The park is on a hill, with the Manzanares River winding in the distance, and you can overlook the Royal Palace and the Almudena Cathedral, and the Moorish Garden, the Church of San Antonio de la Florida, etc. are also in sight. This is also a famous place in Madrid to watch the sunset, so there are many tourists in the evening. The plane trees in the park show warm red and yellow tones in the sunset, and people do not feel the cold wind of winter, as if they are in a warm room, comfortable and joyful.
To be honest, I think I have given myself a lot of time to spend three days in Madrid, but it is far from enough. Just the Parque de la Montana and the Temple of Debod are enough for you to spend an afternoon. If you haven't been to Egypt or don't plan to go for the time being, don't miss the Temple of Debod when you come to Madrid.
Located on a hill at the back of the palace, the Temple of Debo is an ancient Egyptian temple rebuilt in a different part of Madrid. The temple was built in the second century AD and was originally located in the southern region of Aswan, Egypt.
A historical building in Madrid, the shrine is also a unique architectural style in Spain, and many good things can be seen in the old city of Madrid, and the shrine of Debo can also be seen inside.
The Temple of Debo and my expectations are still different. Although this is a monument that has been moved from Egypt, it gives me no sense of ancient Egypt's history. It may not be because of the monument group. It is said that the scenery here at dusk is OK. If you are interested, you can come and see it.
The Temple of Deborah is the site of an Egyptian Temple presented to the King of Spain by the Egyptian King at that time. It is located on a hill near the Palace of Barcelona. The temple has a history of more than 4,000 years. It's very beautiful at dusk. It's also the best place to overlook Madrid. Every day, there are many tourists waiting to watch the sunset. It's really beautiful.
The Temple of Debod is an ancient Egyptian temple in the West Garden of Madrid. It is said that the original site of the temple is 15 kilometers south of Aswan in southern Egypt to commemorate the goddess Isis. It was given to Spain by the Egyptians in return for Spain's help in protecting Abu Simbel and rebuilding the West Park in Madrid. The Temple of Dippo is situated in the West Garden, west of the Spanish Square and north of the Madrid Palace. It's accessible on foot. A ray of early morning sunshine shines on the golden ancient Egyptian temples, with an indescribable sense of mystery.
view panorama, if you want to visit, it have so much people each time to go in, so long time This is an Egyptian temple dating back to the 2nd century BC, transported to Madrid's Cuartel de la Montaña
Looking at the beautiful pictures taken by Trip.com netizens, silently added this attraction to the itinerary. After the water in front of the temple was gone, the temple closed on Monday. . . Even if it closes, the focus is on the appearance. . . But the water at your door. . . Water. . . Netizens of the beautiful picture borrowed, only used to say that my sadness is still a bit of a scenery, but also enjoy the sunset by the way, but the friends can still have time to see it 1 hour before the sunset, maybe have good luck
The Temple of Debo (Debod Temple park) passed on the way to the Madrid Palace. The temple is built on the slope of more than ten stone steps. The building itself is small and simple compared to the shocking temples in Egypt, which is perhaps the reason why Egyptians are willing to give it to Spain! The temple is a view of Montana in the riverside park. It was not open that day and could not be seen close. After the temple, it is an observation deck. At sunset, here, you can overlook the most beautiful Madrid skyline. Unfortunately! We were visiting at noon and we didn't have the chance to see the sunset in Madrid.