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Cleopatra's Needle

Cleopatra's Needle (Obelisk of Power)

England, London

The ancient Egyptian obelisk on the Victoria Embankment in London. Obelisks serve as conduits for Egyptian magic in the Kane Chronicles.

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Visiting Tips

Cleopatra's Needle sits on the Victoria Embankment near the Thames. It's over 3,000 years old and has a twin in Central Park, NYC.

Book Appearances

The Red PyramidBook 1

The obelisk on the Thames is one of several ancient Egyptian obelisks that serve as magical conduits and portals.

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Coordinates: 51.5084, -0.1157