Templo de Debod

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8 / 10

“No matter which way you look at it, there’s something incongruous about finding the Templo de Debod in the Parque de la Montaña northwest of Plaza de España.”

– Lonely Planet

Fodor's

"This 4th-century BC Egyptian temple was donated to Spain in thanks for its technical assistance with the construction of the Aswan Dam." Full review

Frommer's

"This Egyptian temple near Plaza de España once stood in the Valley of the Nile, 31km (19 miles) from Aswan." Full review

Let's Go

"The Templo de Debod is the centerpiece of the Jardinez Ferraz, a favorite park among locals." Full review

Condé Nast Traveler

"The temple was a gift from Egypt." Full review

Afar Magazine

"The temple is not exactly in the city center, so you’ll have to make the effort to get there. Little known: This is the spot for sunsets, and it’s gorgeously lit at night. " Full review

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