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Visit the Philae Temple built over a period of 300 years, dedicated to the Egyptian Goddess Isis
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The Philae Temple, dedicated to goddess Isis, is one of the most prominent Egyptian temples in Aswan with a very interesting history. Built in the Greco-Roman era by the Ptolemaic dynasty, the temple was built over a period of 300 years. Isis, the Egyptian Goddess of love, magic, fertility and motherhood has been worshipped in Egypt for centuries. See the Temple of Isis which is built in the same way as the temples of the New Kingdom with huge pylons. The Philae Temple complex of Aswan is a must visit for anyone interested in Egypt and its history.
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Tour of Philae Temple, High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk
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 Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk
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Take a trip to Aswan, once the frontier town of southern Egypt, and home to some of the most ancient archaeological treasures of Egypt. Explore the Philae Temple, dedicated to...
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Elephantine Island Archaeological Tour
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 Elephantine Island
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...museum that houses an impressive collection of relics from the Greco- Roman era. A trip to Elephantine Island in Aswan is sure to bring you closer to more interesting facts about ancient Egypt.
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Botanical Garden and Elephantine Island Excursion
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 Botanical Garden & Elephantine Island
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...the hidden secrets of the stone temple relics dedicated to the Egyptian god Khnum, understand the mechanism of the Roman ‘Nilometre’ and marvel at the collection of the Greco- Roman relics housed in the museum.
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Kalabsha Temple Archaeological Tour
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 Kalabsha Temple
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...the Beit al-Wali, the largest free-standing temple at the Egyptian Nubia. At the Kalabsha Temple, see traditional Egyptian architecture, typical of the Ptolemaic period with pylons, vast courtyards, hypostyle halls and three room sanctuaries.
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Saint Simeon Monastery Tour
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 St. Simion Monastery
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Enjoy a felucca ride on the Nile to the Coptic Saint Simeon Monastery, dating back to the 6th century. Sit back and enjoy the view of the Egyptian landscape as you make your way...
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Elephantine Island and Saint Simeon Monastery Tour
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 Elephantine & St. Simion Monastery
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...dedicated to the Egyptian god Khnum and understand the mechanism of the Roman ‘Nilometre’. Take a camel ride to the ruins of the Coptic Saint Simeon Monastery, dating...
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Aswan Nubian Museum Tour
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 Nubian Museum
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Don’t miss a trip to the Aswan Nubian Museum, an important Egyptian museum that houses rare and exquisite treasures of the early Nubian civilization. Browse through the vast...
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Kom Ombo Temple Tour
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 Kom Ombo Temple
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...porch and central altar, the columns embossed with icons of lotus and papyrus symbolizing the ‘two lands’ of Egypt. You’ll come across images of the king leaving...
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Sound and Light Show at Philae
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 Sound & Light show at Philae
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...Unravel the legend of Osiris, the son of Geb and Nut, who was born in Thebes in Upper Egypt. Osiris soon took over as King and married his beautiful sister, Isis. He was the first...
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Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple Tour
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 Kom Ombo & Edfu
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...and religious inscriptions on the walls as you explore its library, sanctuary and numerous other chambers.
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Botanical Garden Tour
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 Botanical Garden
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Aswan, though located on the east bank of river Nile, is one of the driest places in the world. Yet it has a beautiful green garden where you can appreciate the beauty of a variety...
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Abu Simbel Temple Tour
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 Abu Simbel excursion from Aswan by bus
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...built to honour Ramesses’ wife Nefertari and Goddess Hathor. The antiqueness of the Abu Simbel temples, their architecture and the conservation efforts are all great reasons to pay a visit to these relics of ancient Egypt.
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Botanical Garden Tour
Aswan, though located on the east bank of river Nile, is one of the driest places in the world. Yet it has a beautiful green garden where you can appreciate the beauty of a variety of plants and...
Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple Tour
Marvel at ancient Egyptian architecture on this trip to the Kom Ombo and Edfu temples in Aswan. Appreciate the views from the boat as you approach the Kom Ombo temple, perched on a high dune...
Sound and Light Show at Philae
Learn more about ancient Egyptian religion at this sound and light show in Philae. The show almost brings to life the Egyptian gods and goddesses with stories about their life. Unravel the legend of...
...afternoon. There are some ancient Egyptian delights in store for you on the Elephantine...
...temple of Kalabsha, the edifice of Beit el-Wali and the Kiosk of Qertassi. Admire...
...back to the 6th century. Sit back and enjoy the view of the Egyptian landscape as...
...dedicated to the Egyptian god Khnum and understand the mechanism of the Roman...
...that houses rare and exquisite treasures of the early Nubian civilization. Browse...
...god, Sobek and the Temple of Haroeris. Admire Kom Ombo’s magnificent construction...
...life. Unravel the legend of Osiris, the son of Geb and Nut, who was born in Thebes...
...you take a tour around the Edfu Temple dedicated to the falcon-headed God, Horus....
...in the world. Yet it has a beautiful green garden where you can appreciate the beauty...
...temple is dedicated to the sun Gods, Amon-Re and Re-Horakhte. To the north of the...
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