During the solar-alignment phenomenon, sunlight illuminates three statues in the sanctum while Ptah remains in shadow
Claim about Abu Simbel Temples · Stance: supporting
Official Egyptian heritage communications describe the phenomenon as lighting three statues (including Ramesses II) while leaving the statue of Ptah in darkness, consistent with Ptah’s underworld association.
Site
- Abu Simbel Temples Abu Simbel, Aswan Governorate, Egypt
Evidence for and against
- Egyptian event note: biannual solar alignment illuminates three statues and leaves Ptah in shadow