"See the temples at Nagaa" Shendi Things to Do Tip by uglyscot

Nagaa is an interesting archaeological site. It has a well preserved Temple of Hathor, and several less well preserved Egyptian temples. The structure of the temples is still visible though much of the stone work has fallen. One building with pylon type entrance is in good condition,with a single chamber behind and the remains of a portico in front. On the southern pylon tower appears King Netek Aman and on the northern Queen Amanteri, who ruled at Meroe from 15 BC to 15 AD. Each is accompanied by a lion,and they are smiting groups of captives. The walls of the chamber are covered with relief's showing various gods and goddesses, but the temple appears to have been principally dedicated to the Lion God Apedemak and is subsequently known as the Lion Temple. There are also the remains of a large temple dedicated to Amun.

Work is still ongoing, and I believe the avenue of rams has been restored to some extent since I was there.

Address: Off the Khartoum - Shendi road to the east
Directions: 2.5 miles from Wad Banaga, and 35 miles from Shendi