The Temple of Nadura, the lookout, is visible atop a 133 meter (425 fot) hill and, as its name implies, commands a superb view from this strategic position. Dating from 138-161, during the reign of Caesar Antominus, it is typical of the temple/forts which were built to protect the oases. The outside wall has disappeared in places. The interior contains a large open space with a sandstone temple with hieroglyphic inscriptions in the center, It was later used as a Turkish fortress.
The main entrance to the complex is through a sandstone agate in the southern was with a smaller entrance in the northern wall. Within the was stood the temple, with three rooms. A church once stood within the enclosure was, but outside the temple itself.  Near the bottom of the hill toward Hibis is a second, uninscribed temple, also Roman.
Nadura is southeast of the Temple of Hibis and 1.5 kilometers (1 mile) north of the tourist information office at Qasr Kharga. Turn right (south) on the paved road and park at the base of the mountain. Enjoy the climb!

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