Egypt Pins and Buttons
Description: Egypt. Abu Simbel. Canon Rebel T1i World Heritage Site. Uploaded Feb.19, 2011 Abu Simbel temples refers to two massive rock temples in Abu Simbel in Nubia, southern Egypt on the western bank of Lake Nasser about 230 km southwest of Aswan (about 300 km by road). The complex is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Nubian Monuments. The twin temples were originally carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II in the 13th century BC, as a lasting monument to himself and his queen Nefertari, to commemorate his alleged victory at the Battle of Kadesh, and to intimidate his Nubian neighbors. However, the complex was relocated in its entirety in 1968, on an artificial hill made from a domed structur...
Description: Tutankhamun was an Egyptian pharaoh during the period of Egyptian history known as the New Kingdom or sometimes the New Empire Period. Since his discovery he has been colloquially referred to as King Tut. Tutankhamun mask is one of the most recognisable symbols of egiptian times.
Description: This unique design by artist Jeff Bartels features a Day of the Dead inspired sugar skull. The flag of Egypt appears on the skull giving it a Patriotic feel. Four tribal roses appear on the skull’s forehead with nautical stars covering the eyes. This beautiful Day of the Dead design is a stylish way to show off your Egyptian patriotism.
