Top Things to do in Aswan Governorate
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Discover the best top things to do in Aswan Governorate, Egypt including Famine Stela, Abu Simbel Temple Complex, Temple of Amada, Temple of Wadi El-Sebua, Monastery of St. Simeon, Agilkia Island, Temple of Kom Ombo, New Kalabsha, Qubbet el-Hawa, Unfinished Obelisk.
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1. Famine Stela
2. Abu Simbel Temple Complex
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,454 reviews
Reviewed By Traveller314 - Edmonton, Canada
The two temples at Abu Simbel are just so spectacular enough on their own, both inside and out, that it's easy to overlook the incredible engineering achievement that it took to save them from being destroyed by the rising waters of Lake Nasser. This place was one of the highlights of our two-week tour across Egypt and worth the 3 hour drive from Aswan. Highly recommended.
3. Temple of Amada
4. Temple of Wadi El-Sebua
5. Monastery of St. Simeon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By apples1967 - London, United Kingdom
I have visited this site on numerous occasions and whilst its not a major site in the area it is certainly worth having a good guide, many travel by camel however ive always gone by road. Its certainly worth a walk along the road to also view the Aga Khan Mausoleum.
6. Agilkia Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By westy54 - Sydney, Australia
The Philae Temple complex on Philae Island was partially flooded by the construction of the old Aswan Dam in 1902 and was to be completely flooded by the construction of the new Aswan High Dam in the 1960's. Agilkia Island, which was nearby but approximately 20 metres higher above the waterline, was levelled and landscaped to resemble the original Philae Island and the Temples, as part of a UNESCO Project, were disassembled stone by stone, relocated, and rebuilt in the new location. We were told that the project took approximately 10 .years with the new Philae Temple Complex opening on Agilkia Island in 1980. The only access to the island is via motor boat and there are a significant number of them in the reservoir.
7. Temple of Kom Ombo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 888 reviews
Construction of this imposing Graeco-Roman temple was begun by Ptolemy VI Philometer in the 2nd century.
Reviewed By ElizabethO1995 - Moscow, Russia
This impressive temple is located directly on the river bank, which makes it a perfect place to visit on a Nile cruise. It is perfectly symmetrical whereby one half is dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile-headed god of the Nile, and another to Horus, the falcon-headed god of Upper Egypt. This arrangement helps one better understand the purpose of each room within the temple since everything is reflected on the other side. A crocodile museum is located nearby, presenting more information on the worshipping of crocodiles in Ancient Egypt.
8. New Kalabsha
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By kevins684 - Pontypridd, United Kingdom
A really nice small site all the better for there being very few people, us two and another three with a guide somewhere else on the island. 200E for the return boat, don't pay until you get back, and 60E each entry. And one wonderful large temple ornately covered with carvings as well as several smaller sites. Well worth a quick hour and its very near Philea temple which you will no doubt be also visiting.
9. Qubbet el-Hawa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By CraigT803 - San Rafael, United States
We had to hire a boat to come here, although there may be a public ferry. Once you buy your ticket, it's a nice hike up a stairway to the tombs. We were followed by a policeman and there's a guard at the tombs to open them for you. I"ve been to almost all the tombs in Egypt, including all the open Noble tombs in Luxor and the three that are open are among the best. I especially like Seremput II's tomb for it's amazing paintings and carvings. I was quite amazed how beautiful these tombs were, most dating to the Old Kingdom, over 4000 years old. You won't go here if you are on a big tour, but if you are traveling independently, don't miss it!
10. Unfinished Obelisk
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 854 reviews
This gigantic semi-finished obelisk, dating from the New Kingdom, would have weighed a staggering 1,197 tons if completed.
Reviewed By adibfarid - Sao Paulo, Brazil
Its located inside the city of Aswan! There you learnt and understand how the obelisks were done and transported 4500 years ago!!! My second visit and I enjoyed!! Worth the visit!!
