Ancient Sun Temple Uncovered in Egypt: 4,500-Year-Old Ra Worship Site Found

• A 4,500-year-old temple dedicated to the Sun God Ra has been discovered in Abu Ghurab, Egypt, 14 km from Cairo.
• Built by Pharaoh Nyuserre Ini (2420-2389 BC), the temple was a major site for Sun God worship, possibly using Nile River water for rituals.
• Excavations revealed a calendar carved into a wall, art, ceramic vessels, and the original entrance; the roof was used for astronomical observations.
• First found in 1901, full excavation was hindered by high groundwater until it resumed in 2024, uncovering significant remains.
• Lead archaeologist Massimiliano Nuzzolo is working to uncover the remaining mysteries of this vast 1000 sq km site.

Why It Matters: A 4,500-year-old Egyptian Sun God temple, built by Pharaoh Nyuserre Ini, reveals ancient worship and astronomy.