Ugly and never shown in profile this dwarf-like god looks very un-Egyptian, and indeed it is suspected that he was imported from somewhere else, maybe other parts of Africa.
Still, as a protector of homes and childbirth, Bes was quite popular although no temples were dedicated to him.
He also acted as god of war and music.
This high relief of Bes (also spelt: Bisu or Bez) is at the entrance to the Dendera temple of Hathor (near Luxor)
The Sagrada Familia, Barcelonas newest cathedral, has been a building site ever since 1882. It is foreseen that carrying out the plans of Antoni Gaudí, even using materials not available at his time, will take another 80 years or so. On the other hand, the first restoration works are already taking place. The church itself is a peculiar mixture of Gothic and modern elements. Definitely worth a visit - after all where else can you see a cathedral in the making? Antoni Gaudí (1856-1926= is one of the most important modern architects. In Barcelona, it is hard not to come across at least ...
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