The Ancient Atlas

Osireion (Abydos)

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Subterranean structure behind the Temple of Seti I using massive granite blocks in a style resembling much older construction. One of Egypt's most debated monuments.

26.1847°, 31.9183°

Look Closer — this site carries open questions: stone harder than steel; stones heavier than the period's tools could lift; stones fitted without mortar, almost no gap. See hardness across the Atlas →
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Walkthrough videos (3)

Fascinating Pre Egyptian Underground Technology at the OsireionFascinating Pre Egyptian Underground Technology at the Osireion · Brothers of the SerpentThe Megalithic Osirion of Egypt: Live Walkthrough and New Observations!The Megalithic Osirion of Egypt: Live Walkthrough and New Observations! · UnchartedXThe Osireion | Fieldwork Walkthrough · Egypt with UnchartedXThe Osireion | Fieldwork Walkthrough · Egypt with UnchartedX · Ancient Atlas

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