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The Abu Simbel Temple from Ancient Egypt was moved brick-by-brick to a new location to protect from flood water

May 20, 2022•1 min read

Fun Fact: The Abu Simbel Temple from Ancient Egypt was moved brick-by-brick to a new location to protect from flood water

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