An obelisk, meaning a pointed pillar, is a narrow, tall, and four-sided structure originally constructed by Ancient Egyptians who called it tekhenu. The term obelisk comes from the Greek word obeliskos. 1700 years ago the Romans shipped out most of these ancient obelisks from Egypt and dismantled them for sending out to different locations. Here are some of the famous ancient Egyptian obelisks that still stand.

Obelisk of Axum in Ethiopia

Built during the 4th century, the Obelisk of Axum had stood in its original place for over 1000 years until the Italian troops took it to Rome as a booty of war. In 2008, the obelisk was returned to Ethiopia.

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