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Ramses II had these four gigantic statues of himself hewn into the side of a mountain to impress his power and majesty on the Nubians. It was strategically situated near Egypt's southernmost border so as to be the first impression of Egypt for travellers crossing over from Africa.
from the travel blog The Ego of Ramses II
taken by C&K
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