Osireion
The Osirion or Osireion is the cenotaph of Seti I, located to the rear of the Temple of Seti I at Abydos, Egypt.
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| Location | Abydos, Egypt |
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| Coordinates | 26.1841°N 31.9184°E |
| Type | Cenotaph |
| History | |
| Builder | Seti I |
| Founded | 13th century BC
19th dynasty of Egypt |
It is an integral part of Seti I's temple complex and is possibly built to resemble a Valley of the Kings tomb. The site contains a stone-paved island in the centre, chambers in both wings and, around the island, a water basin of yet undetermined but no less than 10.4 metres (34 ft) depth which was probably used as a well. Access was via a 69 metres (226 ft) stone lined passage.
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