Aswan

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Photo Lake Nasser (Aswan Reservoir)

Lake Nasser is a reservoir on the Nile River, the borders of the lake capture two countries, this is Sudan and Egypt. An interesti …

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Photo Wadi El Sebua Temple

Wadi El Sebua Temple is one of the most beautiful sights of Egypt. In front of the temple there is an alley of sphinxes, so the na …

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Photo File Island

This beautiful island is one of the most picturesque in all Egypt. You should take a water taxi to the island. Philae gained fa …

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Photo Dhaka Temple

El Dhaka is the oldest temple known to the Egyptians as Pselket and to the Greeks as Pselchis. Due to the impending flooding of th …

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Photo Elephantine Island in Aswan

Elephantine is one of the largest islands of the famous Nile River. It is located in the south, in the city of Aswan. In the sout …

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Photo Temple in Kom Ombo

If you are fascinated by Egyptian culture and mythology, you should definitely visit the temple in Kom Ombo. It is located right o …

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Photo Al Muharraq Monastery

One of the works of Egyptian culture that is really worth seeing with your own eyes is the monastery of Al Muharrak, also known as …

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Photo Amad Temple

If you are an ardent admirer of Egyptian culture, you should definitely visit the Amada Temple, located on the shores of Lake Nass …

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Photo Aswan's waterfront

In one of the most pleasant cities of Egypt - Aswan is the embankment of Aswan, which is the most famous attraction for tourists. …

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Photo Kalabsha Temple

The temple of Kalabsha surprises tourists with its giant size and unusualness. This attraction hangs over Lake Nasser on the west …

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Photo Philae temple

The temple of Isis is located on the island of Philae, this building is interesting not only for tourists, but also for archaeolog …

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Photo Temple in Edfu

The temple in Edfu, located in southern Egypt a few kilometers from Aswan, is one of the monuments of ancient Egyptian culture. It …

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Photo Kitchener Island in Aswan

One of the attractions of Egypt, which is visited by tourists from all over the world, is the island of Kitchener, named after Lor …

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Photo Edfu Embankment

Edfu Embankment (Egypt, Aswan) is a cult place to stop the numerous ships that currently carry tourists along the waters of the Ni …

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Answer: The Nubian Museum displays artifacts from an ancient civilization, including a statue of Ramses II and pottery from the predynastic period. The island of Elephantine is known for the ruins of the temple of Khnum III century BC and the ancient Nilomer. An unfinished obelisk in quarries illustrates granite processing techniques during the New Kingdom era.

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What to see in Aswan

Aswan is a southern Egyptian city on the banks of the Nile with a thousand-year history and a special Nubian atmosphere. Here are intertwined traces of ancient civilizations, impressive monuments of the pharaohs and the calm rhythm of life near the water. Aswan is the gateway to Lake Nasser and the Nile Islands, a place where desert meets greenery, and each sunset turns the city into a living picture.

Manufactures and facilities

Aswan’s man-made attractions are astounding in variety, from grandiose temples to elegant promenades, and you’ll easily know what to see first. Be sure to explore the Wadi El Cebua Temple with an alley of sphinxes, the island of Philae and the famous Temple of Isis, the Temple of Dhaka and the monumental Kalabsha Temple that hangs over the waters of Lake Nasser. In the south of the region are the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu, and within the city are the island of Elephantine and the green corners of the island of Kitchener. Aswan’s waterfront, old fortifications and Al Muharraq Monastery complete the rich picture of the city’s monuments.

Natural attractions and places

The natural pearls around Aswan are no less impressive: the Nile Islands themselves create unique landscapes, and Lake Nasser impresses with the scale and desert beauty of the shores. Granite rocks and ancient quarries give the area a severe monumentality, and palm groves, feluccas on the water and endless sand dunes give a feeling of calm and adventure. Promenade walks and views of the Nile are especially good at dawn and in the evening, when light transforms granite and water.

Build routes and visit interesting places

On our website, all these attractions are marked on an interactive map: you can see the location of temples, islands and embankments, read brief descriptions and make a personal route. The map helps to plan time, combine logistics facilities and optimize routes for hiking or boat trips.

You can explore Aswan on your own, following thoughtful routes, or book guided tours with local guides. Professional guides will tell little-known stories, spend on hidden corners of temples and organize boat trips on felucca, and an independent walk will give freedom of choice and leisurely acquaintance with the city.

Come to Aswan to experience the spirit of ancient Egypt and enjoy the silence of the Nile. Discover the sights, plan the route and go to meet new discoveries - every corner of the city prepares its history and vivid impressions.

 

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