Temple of the Oracle, Egypt


http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3010/2900447821_941cb2dc52.jpgTemple of the Oracle is located 4 km east of the present city of Siwa, is believed to have housed the famous Greek oracle of Jupiter Amun, as Alexander the Great led directly when he came to Egypt for the first time in 331 BC. It is believed that the Macedonian leaders asked the oracle if he would “rule the world”, the legend says that the answer was “yes, but not for long.” The temple has a large hall and outdoor.



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