Aswan Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Philae Temple 🛕, Aswan, Egypt 🇪🇬

#wecreate Aswan offers a wealth of sightseeing opportunities, and the Philae Temple is definitely a must-visit attraction. To explore the Philae Temple, you can take a boat or a felucca ride from Aswan to Agilkia Island, where the temple was relocated. The journey itself provides a scenic experience as you sail through the Nile River. Once you arrive at the island, you can explore the Philae Temple complex, marveling at its stunning architecture, hieroglyphic inscriptions, and ornate reliefs. The temple's main structures include the Vestibule of Nectanebo, the Temple of Isis, and the Kiosk of Trajan. Be sure to take your time to admire the intricate details and immerse yourself in the ancient Egyptian history and mythology associated with the temple. If possible, try to visit the Philae Temple during the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the crowds and enjoy a more serene atmosphere. The temple is a captivating site that showcases the rich cultural heritage of ancient Egypt and is a highlight of any visit to Aswan. #philaetemple #aswan #egypt #temple

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Philae Temple This temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, which was flooded by the waters of the Nile, was divided and reassembled in a new location on the island of Egilika, about 500 meters from its original place on the island of Philae. Its buildings include a temple of Hathor, and the visitor can watch the sound and light show at night, which is presented in different languages. Egypt was a prosperous part of the parts of the Roman Empire, it became truly rich and several new cities were built in it, and among the most famous facilities in Egypt in the Roman era is what is called the Pharaoh’s bed, that is, the booth of Trajan, and this monument was built on the island of Philae by Trajan, the Roman ruler.#philaetemple

temple on a stunning island

one of my favourite temples I have visited in Egypt. it located in the southern part of Egypt. and the special thing about this temple is first you need to take the boat to get there since it located on this island. this is the most picturesque temples, and the history is really fascinating. i highly recommend to hire a guide or read up online before visiting the temple. this temple was initially submerged and abandoned, then by he government decided to move this temple from the North to the south, by the lower dam. the best time to visit this temple is before or around sunset time, while you can take some good pictures of the island and the temple. this is def one of the best one, must visit place in Aswan and in Egypt #passionpassport #gooutside #egypt#history#temple

The SURPRISING Temple of Philae

This is a must-see Temple in Egypt. To get there is only one way possible: by boat. The temple is in a private island and it’s amazing to arrive there. You feel like you are in a movie. 😳 The temple is beautiful. Every wall is a different history. Its so rich historically. I strongly recommend you to take water with you since there is no stores selling water in this small island. This temple will be forever in my mind. #summervacation

In 2023, let's go to Egypt! 🇪🇬 Explore the mysteries of the pyramids.

Egypt, one of the four ancient civilizations that created human history, has a 7000-year-old civilization that is more brilliant and ancient than Chinese culture. I must go there once in my life and uncover the mysterious veil of history. · 🌈When visiting Egypt, be sure to check off these 7️⃣ things. 1️⃣Take a cruise to enjoy the sunrise and sunset on the Nile River. 2️⃣Take a hot air balloon ride in Luxor and overlook the Nile River and the Valley of the Kings from above. 3️⃣Visit the world wonder - the Egyptian pyramids of thousands of years. 4️⃣Take a special carriage tour of the magnificent temples of Amway and Edfu. 5️⃣Take a tour of the world-famous Egyptian Museum and admire the treasures. 6️⃣Cross the barren Sahara desert on a camel. 7️⃣Go to the Red Sea to enjoy the sunshine, 🏖️beaches, and waves. · ⛴️Route reference DAY1 Cairo DAY2 Cairo-Luxor DAY3 Luxor DAY4 Luxor-Cruise-Aswan DAY5 Aswan-Cairo 👉🏻Explore history and culture, and experience something new. 🌟Ancient civilization heritage: Pyramids, Sphinx, National Museum, Saladin Castle, Valley of the Kings, Luxor Temple, Abu Simbel Temple, Ancient Nubian Village. 🌈Romantic Journey: Hot Air Balloon, Red Sea Cruise

The Temple of Horus at Edfu is the most well-preserved temple of Horus

Monument: Temple of Horus Date: 237–57 BC Address: Edfu Hours: 8:00–17:00 Ticket Price: 450 Egyptian Pounds (February 2024) Visit: Recommended 1 hour Highlights: In addition to being well-preserved, there are many must-see attractions... ① Falcon sculptures (made of black granite) ② Papyrus/Lotus alternating (32 columns in the offering courtyard) ③ 'The Feast of the Beautiful Meeting' reliefs in the offering courtyard ④ Chemical apparatus reliefs (in the great hypostyle hall) ⑤ The offering room's 242 steps leading to the rooftop ⑥ The outer hypostyle hall features reliefs of the construction process ⑦ The Narmer Palette, unearthed here, is considered the origin of Egyptology and is on display at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. ✓【The Local Hawk God of Upper Egypt】Around 3000 BC, Edfu was just a village cemetery, and Behdet (the old name of Edfu) was merely a center of worship for the local hawk god. ✓【Greeks Imitating Ancient Egypt】In 237 BC, Ptolemy III ordered the construction of the greatest temple dedicated to the falcon god Horus on the site of an old New Kingdom temple, continuing the architectural style of the Pharaonic era. However, the construction lasted 180 years, until it was completed under Ptolemy XII. The reliefs feature Greek Ptolemaic kings dressed in Pharaonic attire performing ancient Egyptian rituals. ✓【The Most Well-Preserved Temple】After the fall of the Ptolemaic dynasty, the worship of other gods was prohibited, and the temple was completely buried in sand. The Temple of Horus at Edfu, built on the highlands of an open valley, was never affected by floods and is the most well-preserved ancient Egyptian temple, even its roof is intact. From the 242 steps of the offering room to the rooftop, one can overlook the panoramic view of the Nile and the surrounding farmland. The first antechamber is an offering room where fruits, flowers, wine, and dairy products are offered daily on the altar. ✓【A Screen Full of Horus Reliefs】Horus shaking hands with the king is a common theme, symbolizing that the king is an incarnation of Horus, the son of Osiris and Isis, and divine. ✓【Horus & Hathor】The courtyard is surrounded by 32 columns, each adorned with a patterned capital letter, and the surrounding walls are covered with reliefs. Inside the entrance, 'The Feast of the Beautiful Meeting' depicts Horus of Edfu and Hathor of Dendera visiting each other's temples annually, with a two-week national harvest festival held during this period in ancient Egypt. ✓【Protection of the Desert Serpent God】Since the construction of the new Temple of Horus at Edfu, the lintel usually features a pair of Horus's wings, accompanied by a pair of cobras, representing the help Horus received from the desert serpent god Wadjet during his growth. ✓【Black Granite Falcon】Under the 36-meter-high outer gate, a majestic black granite falcon sculpture of Horus guards the entrance. The giant relief depicts Ptolemy XII Neos Dionysos standing before Horus, grabbing the enemy's hair and smashing their skull, a symbol of the pharaohs' invincibility in battle.

Egypt | Luxor | Temple of Edfu

🏯The Temple of Edfu, located on the west bank of the Nile, is the best-preserved temple in Egypt, where the sky god Horus, with the head of an eagle and the body of a human, is worshipped. It is also the second largest temple in Egypt, second only to the Karnak Temple. 🗿There are a large number of stone carvings and paintings in the Temple of Edfu, depicting many legends and histories of ancient Egypt, with the protagonist being Horus and his wife Hathor. In ancient Egyptian mythology, the gods lived in Heliopolis, which was the "Sun City" in ancient Egyptian history, and Hathor's father was the sun god Ra, also the head of the nine pillars of ancient Egyptian gods.

edfu

We sit in the horse-drawn vehicle to go to the Edfu. It took around 10-15 mins from the pier to Edfu. During the way to Edfu, you can see the ancient Egyptian style of houses. There are many places for you to take pictures inside of temple. There is a very very big gate so when the sunshine goes through the gate, it looks so beautiful. You can spend your time there around 2 hours.#egypt #edfu #mytripvlog

Abu Simbel Temple 🛕, Aswan, Egypt 🇪🇬

#wecreate The Abu Simbel Temples in southern Egypt are a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for their grandeur and historical significance. Carved out of a mountainside, the temples feature colossal statues and intricate reliefs. The complex consists of two main temples, the Great Temple of Ramses II standing at about 98 feet (30 meters) tall and the smaller Temple of Hathor dedicated to Ramses II's wife, Queen Nefertari What makes the Temples particularly remarkable is the incredible engineering feat that took place in the 1960s during the construction of the Aswan High Dam and the resulting formation of Lake Nasser. To save the temples from being submerged, an international effort was undertaken to relocate the entire complex to higher ground, ensuring its preservation for future generations. Top 5 travel tips ~ 1️⃣ Visit early morning to avoid the crowds and heat 2️⃣ Book transportation in advance, as Abu Simbel is about a 4-hour drive from Aswan (about 280 kilometers) 3️⃣ Hire a local guide or join a guided tour to learn about the fascinating history and significance of the temples 4️⃣ Don't forget to capture the beautiful moments 5️⃣ Take your time to explore both the Great Temple of Ramses II and the smaller Temple of Hathor #egypt #historical #history #abusimbel #temple

Mesmerising Abu Simbel temples

This time last year I visited Egypt for the first time and couldn't miss the two Abu Simbel temples. Located in the south near Sudan, you can fly to Aswan then make a long day trip to Abu Simbel. The temples pay homage to Rameses II, often regarded as the greatest pharaoh of them all. The temples were famously moved in the 1960s, and painstakingly reassembled to avoid the rising river Nile. #egypt

Abu Simbel temple exploration

Abu Simbel was part of our Nile cruise trip through Egypt. From Aswan it is a multiple hour drive to get to the tempels of Pharao Ramsesses II and his wife Nefertari. Judging from the beautiful decorated tempel of Nefertari it is clear that Ramesses really loved his wife. But he probably loved himself a bit more since he granted himself the larger temple. Definitely worth the visit if you have the time to spare!

a must visit if you’re in Egypt!

Getting There - by flight, train or bus Attractions - With Aswan the closest town to Ramses II's colossal temples of Abu Simbel, the island temple of Philae, and the Nile-side Temple of Kom Ombo, there are plenty of things to do within day-tripping distance. The best way to discover Aswan's charms, and the most relaxing sightseeing experience, is to hop aboard a felucca (traditional sailboat) and view town from the watery highway that once made Aswan an important trading post. If you have time for only one day trip from Aswan, pick a visit to Abu Simbel. Built by Ramses II, and saved from destruction by a remarkable UNESCO rescue project in the 1970s, Abu Simbel is not only a triumph of ancient architecture, but also of modern engineering. Hotels - a lots of hotel but my stay was on the cruise to explore my luxor aswan trip! 😍 Food & Restaurants - should try their local food! Shopping - shops their handmade products by the local in nubian village. #awesomepic

As we floated down the Nile in Egypt we saw docks that probably have not changed design in hundreds of years. Still built with locally sourced materials and labor. The scenes were so illuminating, peak into the past. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

On the Nile in Aswan the captain of our boat had his portrait painted on the interior of the motorboat. We had never seen this before, quite a way to make certain you are remembered, and in a good way! #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

This set of stairs is where the King's in Egypt would dock their boats and come to the temple. Today boats dock near the stairs but your not allowed to climb them. The Nile is lovely from this vantage point. #wintergetaway

Sailing on the Nile, literally into the sunset. The cost of a large 250 person ship can start at around $-75-100 USD a night. A 15-20 person Dahabiya about $250-350 a night. Both are very enjoyable and that price includes your guides, meals and entrance fees to the sites. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

Egypt | A laid-back day tour across 'Death on the Nile' in Aswan

| A laid-back day tour across 'Death on the Nile' in Aswan. To be honest, the Aswan experience is too good (apart from the heat). The hotel we stayed at was right by the Nile River, and the next day when I opened the window, there was the Nile, shimmering in gold. The masts of the feluccas gently swayed, and having breakfast in such a scene, no amount of heat or sun could scare us away. 🛶 Nile River Cruise ⛵️ Felucca On the way to Nubian Village by boat, we experienced the unique felucca, isn't this the scene from the movie 'Death on the Nile'? The Nile and the deserts on both banks were radiating golden light, and there were white birds perching. 🚢 Cruise Ship We had booked the cruise in advance, a three-day two-night journey from Aswan to Luxor, but later we found out that we could directly find a boat on the shores of Aswan and book on the spot if satisfied. 🌈 Nubian Village In ancient times, Nubia was an independent small kingdom, and today these minorities living on Egyptian land are descendants of primitive tribes, still maintaining their unique tribal culture. At first, I thought I had arrived at a large kindergarten, with the houses' exterior walls and decorations in bright colors, extremely high in color saturation, especially dazzling on a sandy slope, and even the camels here were dressed in a playful style. 🐊 Kom Ombo Temple Taking a cruise from Aswan to Luxor, there are many attractions to stop and visit along the way. In the evening, the cruise reached the Kom Ombo Temple, located on the hills of the eastern bank of the Nile. Unlike ordinary temples, this is the only double temple in Egypt, with the left side dedicated to the falcon-headed sun and war god Horus (Harus), and the right side to the crocodile-headed fertility god Sobek (Sobek). 🏠 Accommodation Isis Hotel The hotel is right on the banks of the Nile River, and if it weren't for the signature river view, you might think it was a riverside park. The garden is picturesque, and from the window, you can see the clear Nile. Breakfast was average, with not many varieties; I just had a glass of juice and took two biscuits before getting on the ship to appreciate the Nile.

a must visit if you’re in Egypt!

Getting There - by flight, train or bus Attractions - With Aswan the closest town to Ramses II's colossal temples of Abu Simbel, the island temple of Philae, and the Nile-side Temple of Kom Ombo, there are plenty of things to do within day-tripping distance. The best way to discover Aswan's charms, and the most relaxing sightseeing experience, is to hop aboard a felucca (traditional sailboat) and view town from the watery highway that once made Aswan an important trading post. If you have time for only one day trip from Aswan, pick a visit to Abu Simbel. Built by Ramses II, and saved from destruction by a remarkable UNESCO rescue project in the 1970s, Abu Simbel is not only a triumph of ancient architecture, but also of modern engineering. Hotels - a lots of hotel but my stay was on the cruise to explore my luxor aswan trip! 😍 Food & Restaurants - should try their local food! Shopping - shops their handmade products by the local in nubian village. #awesomepic

Kom Ombo Temple aswan

wow🥰😍 Kom Ombo Temple This temple was established during the reign of Ptolemy VI Philomtor, but its decoration was not completed except in the Roman era, the time of Emperor Tiberius, and we also see in this temple the same characteristics that we find in other Egyptian Ptolemaic temples in terms of design, architecture and decoration, but this temple has a special feature that resulted in Local worship in the place, where people worshiped two local gods, Sobek and Horus with the head of the falcon, and despite the difference in origin and character of these two gods, they lived side by side for many centuries without mixing or mixing with each other, and therefore it is not found in This temple has two adjacent sanctuaries only, but there are also in it on the axis of each of these two sanctuaries, doors next to each other, in the outer wall and in the walls of the two halls of the columns and beyond, and accordingly the temple is divided into two parts, each of which is dedicated to the worship of one of these two gods. The walls of this temple were decorated with an intimate Egyptian decoration, characterized by the accuracy of its workmanship, good harmony, and the beauty of the balance between the characters of its scenes and the surrounding hieroglyphic inscriptions that complete these scenes. #spooktaculartrip #tripblazers #fallingforfall #infinitypool #mountainview #kom Ombo Temple

Egypt 11-day exploration of ancient civilization tour

At 10:30 in the morning, we left Abu Simbel and returned to Aswan, stopping to visit the Aswan High Dam on the way. This is a giant dam located in the reservoir backwater area 7 kilometers upstream of the Aswan Low Dam, with a water depth of about 30-35 meters. The dam is a clay core rockfill dam, about 3600 meters wide and 111 meters high, and was once the tallest dam in the world. When it reaches the highest water level of 183 meters, the total storage capacity of the reservoir is 168.9 billion cubic meters, the total installed capacity of the power station is 2.1 million kilowatts, and the designed annual power generation is 10 billion kilowatt-hours. The project started on January 9, 1960 and was completed on July 15, 1970. The dam was built with the assistance of the former Soviet Union, so the Egypt-Soviet Friendship Tower was built to commemorate the friendship. We took photos at the dam monument and the Egypt-Soviet Friendship Tower respectively to commemorate the visit. Returned to the cruise around 2pm, had a buffet lunch on board and went back to the room to rest. The cruise set sail at 2:30pm. At 4:30pm, it was free afternoon tea time on the cruise. We enjoyed the scenery on both sides of the Nile while drinking tea and tasting snacks on the fourth deck. At 6pm, the cruise ship docks at the Kowloon Pier, and tourists gather to disembark for a night tour of the Kowloon Po Temple. Dozens of cruise ships with thousands of tourists form a magnificent scene. Everyone lines up to enter, and the order is well-maintained. Karnak in ancient Egyptian means "golden city". The temple is located on a small hill by the Nile River and was built during the Ptolemaic dynasty over two thousand years ago. What sets this temple apart is that it is a dual temple, simultaneously dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus and the crocodile god Sobek. A central axis divides the temple into two symmetrical parts, each side dedicated to a different god. Horus represents goodness, while Sobek represents evil, and their coexistence is truly unique. Both sides of the two main gates are adorned with murals depicting the gods baptizing the Ptolemaic kings, but the liquid flowing from the jars is not water, but symbols of power (scepters) and longevity (life). Upon entering the gates, one will notice that the layout of the buildings on the left and right sides are identical, with the only differences being the statues and murals. The ancient Egyptians believed that crocodiles were the living embodiment of the god Sobek, possessing incredible magical powers and serving as a symbol of pharaonic authority. In Egyptian mythology, crocodiles had a dual nature: on the one hand, they were a fierce and dangerous symbol, while on the other hand, they were a friendly protector. When a pharaoh died, priests would order the creation of a crocodile mummy to guide him to the god Osiris in the underworld. Horus, the falcon-headed god, was one of the nine major gods of Egypt and held the highest position in the mortal world, symbolizing divine kingship. All pharaohs were regarded as "living Horus," and his father Osiris was killed by his brother Sobek. In the subsequent struggle for power, the young Horus ultimately defeated his uncle Sobek and gained permanent rule. The architectural feature of the Temple of Karnak is the use of stone tenon joint technology, leaving traces of tenon joints. The cultural features include the first recording of the calendar in the form of murals, and medical records such as childbirth and medical equipment. It is said to be a memorial to the priest Imhotep, who was revered as the god of Egyptian architecture and medicine. At night, the Twin Pagodas appear particularly gentle under the shining lights, draped in a layer of mysterious colors. At the northwest side of the temple, there is a deep well used to observe the water level of the Nile River. Outside the scenic spot, there is also a crocodile mummy museum, displaying many crocodile mummy specimens and introducing the method of making crocodile mummies. Finished the tour of the Temple of K'ang-wung-po, walked back to the cruise ship. After dinner, returned to the room to rest.