Aswan International Airport 46 min
Philae (30 min) Landmark Nile dam, first built by the British in 1898, with a new bigger version completed in 1970. Aswan Museum (7 min) Collection of Egyptian & Roman artifacts discovered during excavations for building the Aswan Dam. Temple de Mandoulis - Kalabsha (37 min) Temple, augustus, and history Qubbet el-Hawa (8 min) Tomb, mausoleum, and ancient egypt Kitchener's Island (39 min) The Aswan Botanical Garden sits on this small island in the Nile also known as El Nabatat Island. Temple of Kalabsha (37 min) Temple, augustus, ancient egypt, lake, and history Agilkia Island (18 min) Picturesque island in a reservoir featuring a revered temple of Isis & a quaint atmosphere. Nubian Museum (7 min) This archaeological museum features a variety of artifacts portraying Nubian culture & civilization. Unfinished Obelisk (8 min) Ancient archeological site featuring a discarded bedrock-carved obelisk set among granite quarries. Jazirat Aswan (5 min) Temple of Philae (18 min) Temple, ancient egypt, history, and ancient history Aga Khan Mausoleum (51 min) Mausoleum and tomb Elephantine (8 min) This tiny island on the Nile River features ruins of ancient temples & a traditional Nubian village. Seheil Island (40 min) Set in the Nile River, this landmark island boasts a range of archaeological sites & sacred places. |