VISIT THE TEMPLE OF DEBOD

A jewel of Egyptian antiquity
Built in the 2nd century BC in Upper Egypt and dedicated to the gods Amun and Isis, the Temple of Debod was dismantled stone by stone to be saved from the waters when the Aswan Dam was built. As a sign of gratitude for Spanish aid, Egypt presented it to Madrid in 1968.

Why visit?
The temple is one of the few Egyptian remains visible outside Egypt. Its rooms and hieroglyphs offer an immersion into ancient history. Located in the Parc de l'Ouest, it is also famous for its panoramic views over Madrid and its spectacular sunsets.

A brief history and anecdotes
The temple was inaugurated in 1972, after being rebuilt in Madrid. Anecdote: its blocks were reassembled with meticulous precision, but some fragments are still missing, giving the monument its partially unfinished appearance.

What can you do there?
- Explore the interior of the temple and its ancient reliefs
- Take a walk in the Parc de l'Ouest and enjoy the gardens
- Admire the panoramic view of the Casa de Campo and Almudena Cathedral
- Watch the sunset, a magical moment that is very popular with visitors
- Take photos with the pools of water reflecting the monument

Where is it?
📍 Calle de Ferraz, 1, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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Practical advice
- Free admission (please note that capacity is limited inside)
- Open Tuesday to Sunday (closed on Mondays)
- Be patient: access to the interior is restricted to small groups
- Best time: sunset in the evening
- Accessible by metro (Plaza de España and Ventura Rodríguez stations)

To discover around
- Parc de l'Ouest
- Plaza de España
- Royal Palace
- Sabatini Gardens

Audioguide
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