The Truth? Absolutely YES, and here’s why: 📍 Abu Simbel, Egypt 🇪🇬 👉 Follow @somewherewithsally for Bucket List Experiences and destinations to fulfill YourTravel Dreams! I almost skipped it because of the long drive… but trust me, I’m SO glad I didn’t! The experience was unforgettable. If you have the chance, don’t miss it! Here is why 👇 🏛️It’s a Monumental Wonder The two temples are huge — you’ll be blown away by the massive statues of Ramses II. Seriously, it’s like standing in the middle of an ancient movie set. 🏛️A Journey Through History Did you know these temples were literally relocated to save them from flooding? Yup, in the 60s, engineers moved them piece by piece! Talk about ancient ingenuity meeting modern engineering. 🌅Sunrise and Sunset = Pure Magic Forget the crowds, the real magic happens at sunrise or sunset when the golden light hits the statues in the most jaw-dropping way. 🛣️ Off-the-Beaten-Path Vibes Sure, it’s a long drive (about 3-4 hours from Aswan), but that means less crowds and more space to take in the beauty without feeling rushed. ✔️A Bucket-List Experience Abu Simbel is one of the most iconic sites in Egypt, and seeing it in person? Nothing beats that feeling. #abusimbel #abusimbeltemple #bucketlisttravel #egypthistory Things to do in Egypt, bucket list experience Egypt, abu simbel aswan