Guvernoratul Aswan

Aswan Governorate Essentials

Aswan Governorate showcases a unique blend of pharaonic heritage and Nubian culture along the Nile. This collection features the colossal rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel and the island-based Philae Temple, both monumental engineering feats relocated by UNESCO. Key archaeological sites include the exceptionally preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu and the unique double temple of Kom Ombo. Visitors can explore the ancient granite quarries housing the Unfinished Obelisk, the modern Aswan High Dam, and the vibrant Nubian villages of Elephantine Island, alongside the fortress-like Saint Simeon Monastery.

Aswan Governorate Essentials — Hartă

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Abu Simbel

Abu Simbel is a historic site comprising two massive rock-cut temples in the village of Abu Simbel, Aswan Governorate, Upper Egypt, near…

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Philae Temple

A magnificent temple consecrated to Isis. It has been moved by UNESCO to save it from flooding caused by the dam construction.

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Temple of Horus in Edfu

The Temple of Edfu is an Egyptian temple located on the west bank of the Nile in Edfu, Upper Egypt.

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Temple of Kom Ombo

The Temple of Kom Ombo is an unusual double temple in the town of Kom Ombo in Aswan Governorate, Upper Egypt.

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Nubian Villages

Explore the authentic villages scattered over Elephantine and marvel at the traditional, richly decorated houses.

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Nubian Museum

The Nubian Museum is an archaeological museum located in Aswan, Upper Egypt.

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Unfinished obelisk

The unfinished obelisk is the largest known ancient obelisk and is located in the northern region of the stone quarries of ancient Egypt…

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Aswan High Dam

The Aswan Dam, or more specifically since the 1980s, the Aswan High Dam, is one of the world's largest embankment dams, which was built…

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Kalabsha Temple

The Temple of Kalabsha is an ancient Egyptian temple that was originally located at Bab al-Kalabsha, approximately 50 km south of Aswan.In…

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Saint Simeon Monastery

A monumental monastery that served as a fortress when resisting to Islam conquest. Its fortification walls seem impressive even today.

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Agha Khan Tomb

Atop the west bank of Nile, set in a great scenery stands the tomb of Aga Khan III, an important imam and statesman.

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Satet Nilometer

The main draw of Elephantine. As the name indicates, this staircase-like structure was being used for measuring the level of Nile waters.

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