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Temple of Debod. This Egyptian temple, which dates back to the 2nd century BC, was transported from Egypt to Madrid’s Cuartel de la Montaña Park, right next to Plaza de España. In the 1960s, Egypt requested international help to save the temple from being damaged by floods following the construction of the Aswan Dam.
The Temple of Debod[1] (Spanish: Templo de Debod) is an ancient Nubian temple currently located in Madrid, Spain. The temple was originally erected in the early 2nd century BC at 15 km (9.3 mi) south of Aswan, Egypt.
Ambling through Madrid's vibrant streets, the Templo de Debod was marked on our map as a beacon of ancient tranquility amidst the modern hustle. A 30-minute walk from our lodgings, fueled by anticipation and the city's lively energy, brought us to this remarkable relic, a piece of Egypt nestled in Spain.
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As you might imagine, the Temple of Debod's original home was actually not Madrid. The structure is an authentic temple built in ancient Egypt to honor the god Amun and the goddess Isis. Its original location was about 9 miles south of the city of Aswan close to the Nile River. Construction of the temple started in the second century B.C. under the...
The temple now proudly draws hundreds of thousands of visitors every year from all over the world. As one of the world's few examples of Egyptian architecture located outside Egypt, its unique history makes it a standout among Madrid's many other fascinating sights. The inside of the temple contains a hall, several chapels, a small museum and more....
The Temple of Debod's location in Parque del Oeste makes it easily accessible from Madrid's compact city center. It's an easy walk from other iconic sights such as the Royal Palace and Plaza de España (more on those in a bit), and well-served by public transportation as well. Just take Metroline 3 to the Plaza de España or Ventura station, or line ...
Just across the street from the temple, you'll find one of Madrid's most famous and emblematic squares: Plaza de España. Crowned by a monument to Cervantes and flanked by some of the city's tallest skyscrapers, the lovely square seamlessly blends nature and history with the thriving modernity of contemporary Madrid. Make your way south and you'll s...
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Discover the Debod Temple, one of Madrid's most unusual monuments. This construction dates from the 2nd century BC, and, after centuries on Egyptian soil, was brought to Spain as a gift from Egypt.
- Calle Ferraz, 1 28008 +34 913 667 415 Madrid Madrid Madrid Madrid Region
The Temple of Debod constitutes one of the few works of the ancient Egyptian architecture that can be seen outside Egypt and the only one of this type in Spain. Built: 200-180 B.C. Author: Anónimo. Style: Ancient Egyptian art. Category: Religious.
The Temple of Debod is one of Madrid’s most beautiful hidden treasures. It sits to the west of Plaza de España, in the Parque del Oeste. This ancient Egyptian temple is from the second century B.C. and was donated to Spain by the Egyptian state for helping save the Abu Simbel temple , as well as other monuments and archaeological sites, from ...
