Temple of Debod (Templo de Debod)

The Temple of Debod, originally built in the fourth century BC, now stands in Madrid’s Parque de la Montaña near Plaza de España. This ancient Egyptian temple was dismantled and meticulously reconstructed in Spain in 1972 to protect it from flooding due to the construction of the Aswan Dam. The temple’s relocation was a gesture of gratitude from Egypt for Spain’s assistance in saving Abu Simbel, another significant archaeological site. Today, visitors can explore this historic structure, surrounded by the modern city, and appreciate its intricate architecture and the story of its preservation.