Aswan Sightseeing & Attractions:
Aswan was known as "Sono" in the ancient Egypt and meaning the
market where the trade center for the convoys coming to and from the heart and
then called the Ptolemaic period in the name of "Seen" and he called
the Nubians "Lipa Swan." It was known also as the country's gold
because it was a treasure or a large cemetery of the kings of Nubia who lived
there thousands of years.
Aswan is situating 890Km to the south of Cairo and 220Km to the south of
Luxor. Aswan is the third most popular place to visit in Egypt, behind Cairo
and Luxor. Aswan’s name is deriving from the ancient Egyptian word “Swan”,
which means “the market” because it was located on the main trade route between
Egypt and the southern lands; with gold, slaves and ivory passing into Egypt.
In addition, Aswan the major source of granite, sandstone and quartzite used in
the construction of the various monuments throughout Egypt. Aswan became very
important after the construction of the High Dam as it became a refuge for
those Nubians who chose to flee to Egypt after the waters flooded their
homelands, as well as becoming the worldwide rescue campaign of the Nubian
monuments during and after its construction. In ancient times, the God Khnum
was the major God of the city, but the Goddess Isis, Goddess of magic and
maternity, later replaced him in the Greco Roman period. A temple was build for
her on the Island of Philae, which had to be move, along with other structures,
when the waters of Lake Nasser engulfed the island. Though still known as “the
Temples of Philae, they can now be accessed on the nearby Agilika Island.
Because of the location of Aswan, just north of the Tropic Of Cancer, the city
enjoys a very hot climate throughout the year and it is advice to cover your head
when walking about and drink water constantly.
Lake Nasser:
this Lake It is considered the largest artificial lake all over the
world. The
lake is located between two countries the largest portion which is 83%
of its total size in the Egyptian territory and the other portion named Lake
Nubia which located in Sudan. The lake formed as a result of the
accumulated water in front of the High Dam after it was built. It is
named Lake Nasser as a dedication the late president
Gamal Abdel-Nasser.
lake is located between two countries the largest portion which is 83%
of its total size in the Egyptian territory and the other portion named Lake
Nubia which located in Sudan. The lake formed as a result of the
accumulated water in front of the High Dam after it was built. It is
named Lake Nasser as a dedication the late president
Gamal Abdel-Nasser.
The Kom Ombo Temple is an unusual double temple built during the
Ptolemaic dynasty in the Egyptian town of Kom Ombo. Some additions
to it were later made during the Roman period. This building is unique
because of its double design meant that there were courts, halls,
sanctuaries and rooms duplicated for two sets of gods. The southern
half of the temple was dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek, god of
fertility and creator of the world with Hathor and Khonsu. Meanwhile, the
northern part of the temple was dedicated to the falcon god Haeroris.
Ptolemaic dynasty in the Egyptian town of Kom Ombo. Some additions
to it were later made during the Roman period. This building is unique
because of its double design meant that there were courts, halls,
sanctuaries and rooms duplicated for two sets of gods. The southern
half of the temple was dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek, god of
fertility and creator of the world with Hathor and Khonsu. Meanwhile, the
northern part of the temple was dedicated to the falcon god Haeroris.
Philae Island was a rocky island in the middle of the River Nile, south
of
Aswan It was also known by the Greek "Elephantine", most probably
because it was an important centre of trade, especially for ivory.The
Temple of Isis is one of the greatest Temples in Egypt and it occupies a
bout a quarter of the island. It is the main Temple on the island, with its
complete, pylons and beautiful scenes. In addition to the main Temple
of Isis there are other monuments here, such as The Kiosk of Trajan, the
Chapel of Osiris, The Temple of Horus, The Temple of Hathor,
The Gateway of Tiberius, the Gateway of Diocletian, and the
Temple of Augustus
Aswan It was also known by the Greek "Elephantine", most probably
because it was an important centre of trade, especially for ivory.The
Temple of Isis is one of the greatest Temples in Egypt and it occupies a
bout a quarter of the island. It is the main Temple on the island, with its
complete, pylons and beautiful scenes. In addition to the main Temple
of Isis there are other monuments here, such as The Kiosk of Trajan, the
Chapel of Osiris, The Temple of Horus, The Temple of Hathor,
The Gateway of Tiberius, the Gateway of Diocletian, and the
Temple of Augustus
Kalabsha Temple or (Temple of Mandulis) is an Ancient Egyptian
temple
that was originally located at Bab al-Kalabsha (Gate of Kalabsha), south
of Aswan. The temple was situated on the West Bank of the Nile River, in
Nubia, and was originally built during the early Roman era. While the
temple was constructed in Augustus's reign, it was never finished.
The temple was a tribute to Mandulis (Merul), a Lower Nubian sun God.
It was constructed over an earlier sanctuary of Amenhotep II. The structure
dates to the Roman period, it features many fine reliefs such as (a fine
carving of Horus emerging from reeds on the inner curtain wall) of the temple.
that was originally located at Bab al-Kalabsha (Gate of Kalabsha), south
of Aswan. The temple was situated on the West Bank of the Nile River, in
Nubia, and was originally built during the early Roman era. While the
temple was constructed in Augustus's reign, it was never finished.
The temple was a tribute to Mandulis (Merul), a Lower Nubian sun God.
It was constructed over an earlier sanctuary of Amenhotep II. The structure
dates to the Roman period, it features many fine reliefs such as (a fine
carving of Horus emerging from reeds on the inner curtain wall) of the temple.
It is an embankment dam situated across the Nile River in Aswan.
Since the 1950s. Construction of the High Dam became a key objective
of the Egyptian Government following the Egyptian Revolution of 1952,
as the ability to control floods, provide water for irrigation, and generate
hydroelectricity were seen as pivotal to Egypt's industrialization.
The High Dam was constructed between 1960 and 1970, and has had
a significant impact on the economy and culture of Egypt. Before the dam
was built, the Nile River flooded every year during late summer, when water flowed down the valley. These floods brought high water and natural
minerals that annually enriched the fertile soil along the flood plain and
delta; this had made the Nile valley ideal for farming since ancient times.
Since the 1950s. Construction of the High Dam became a key objective
of the Egyptian Government following the Egyptian Revolution of 1952,
as the ability to control floods, provide water for irrigation, and generate
hydroelectricity were seen as pivotal to Egypt's industrialization.
The High Dam was constructed between 1960 and 1970, and has had
a significant impact on the economy and culture of Egypt. Before the dam
was built, the Nile River flooded every year during late summer, when water flowed down the valley. These floods brought high water and natural
minerals that annually enriched the fertile soil along the flood plain and
delta; this had made the Nile valley ideal for farming since ancient times.
Abu Simbel temples are two massive rock temples in Abu Simbel in
Nubia,southern Egypt. They are situated on the western bank of Lake Nasser. The Nubian Monuments run from Abu Simbel downriver to Philae
(near Aswan). The twin temples were originally carved out of the
mountainsideduring the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century
BC, as a lasting monument to himself and his queen Nefertari, to
commemorate his allegedvictory at the Battle of Kadesh, and to intimidate
his Nubian neighbors.
Nubia,southern Egypt. They are situated on the western bank of Lake Nasser. The Nubian Monuments run from Abu Simbel downriver to Philae
(near Aswan). The twin temples were originally carved out of the
mountainsideduring the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century
BC, as a lasting monument to himself and his queen Nefertari, to
commemorate his allegedvictory at the Battle of Kadesh, and to intimidate
his Nubian neighbors.
Bait el-Wali Temple is a rock-cut Ancient Egyptian temple in Nubia
which
was built by Pharaoh Ramses II. It was the first in a series of temples
built by Ramses II in this region; its name Bait el-Wali means
(House of the Holy Man) and may indicate its previous use as by a
Christian hermit at some point in time. The temple was relocated
during the 1960s as a result of the Aswan High Dam project and moved
towards higher ground along with the Temple of Kalabsha.
was built by Pharaoh Ramses II. It was the first in a series of temples
built by Ramses II in this region; its name Bait el-Wali means
(House of the Holy Man) and may indicate its previous use as by a
Christian hermit at some point in time. The temple was relocated
during the 1960s as a result of the Aswan High Dam project and moved
towards higher ground along with the Temple of Kalabsha.
Valley of the Lions-Wadi es-Sebua-(this name is because of the sphinx-
lined approach to the temple forecourts,) is the site of two New Kingdom
Egyptian temples, including one speos temple built by Ramses II, in
Lower Nubia. The first temple was built by Amenhotep III and subsequently restored by Ramses II. In its first stage, this temple consisted of a rock-cut sanctuary (about 3 m by 2 m) fronted by a brick
-built pylon, a court and a hall, partly painted with wall paintings.
lined approach to the temple forecourts,) is the site of two New Kingdom
Egyptian temples, including one speos temple built by Ramses II, in
Lower Nubia. The first temple was built by Amenhotep III and subsequently restored by Ramses II. In its first stage, this temple consisted of a rock-cut sanctuary (about 3 m by 2 m) fronted by a brick
-built pylon, a court and a hall, partly painted with wall paintings.
Pentu Tomb:
Pentu's tomb is one of the six Northern tombs at Amarna. The tomb
is
located to the south of the Meryra Tomb. The tomb is very similar to the
Ahmes tomb. It is T-shaped and the inner chamber would have served as
the burial chamber. The tomb is decorated and scenes include a visit from
the royal family to the temple and a reward scene. North Wall: The royal
family is shown entering the temple On the South Wall Penthu is depicted
in another award scene but this one takes place at the palace.
located to the south of the Meryra Tomb. The tomb is very similar to the
Ahmes tomb. It is T-shaped and the inner chamber would have served as
the burial chamber. The tomb is decorated and scenes include a visit from
the royal family to the temple and a reward scene. North Wall: The royal
family is shown entering the temple On the South Wall Penthu is depicted
in another award scene but this one takes place at the palace.
The three Nubian Villages that are set in a beautiful landscape of the
palm
trees are located in the bottom of the Elephantine Islands. Have a great
time as you undergo the experience of how they earn tie livelihood that
hey happily show to you. In the Pharaonic times these villages of great
significance as they wee source of gold.
trees are located in the bottom of the Elephantine Islands. Have a great
time as you undergo the experience of how they earn tie livelihood that
hey happily show to you. In the Pharaonic times these villages of great
significance as they wee source of gold.
It is located in Aswan and considered to be the largest ancient obelisk;
higher than any other Egyptian obelisk if it was completed. This obelisk
never been completed for a fatal crack while its creators carved it. It was
carved directly out of the bedrock at the ancient granite quarry.
higher than any other Egyptian obelisk if it was completed. This obelisk
never been completed for a fatal crack while its creators carved it. It was
carved directly out of the bedrock at the ancient granite quarry.
Qubbet
al-Hawa Monastery:
is a site of a group of rock cut tombs known as the Princes's Tomb.
St.
Simeon Monastery (Anba Hatre):
the monastery otherwise known as Anba Hatre.
The
Ancient Capital of Egypt at Hierankonpolis:
religious and political capital of Upper Egypt.
The Botanical Gardens on Kitchener Island:
Among the famous visits in Aswan is to see the botanical
gardens of Aswan , you can sail in a local felucca boat or take a
motor boat to the eastern bank of the Nile to reach this island. where
this botanical island is located opposite the city of Aswan and the
elephantine island.
The
Island of Elephantine
is an island in the Nile River in northern Nubia.
The Temple of Quertsi:
The Temple of Quertsi is dedicated to goddess Hathor goddess of
love Music and maternity the temple is located to the south of Temple of
Kalabsha next to Aswan high dam. It was also dedicated to Isis and it is among
the many Nubian monuments that were moved, by the a polish archaeological
expedition, from the original site of Old Talmis to New Kalabsha site near the
high dam of Aswan, This took place during the salvage campaign of Nubian
to save them from the rising waters of Nasser Lake!
The Temple of Quertsi:
The Temple of Quertsi is dedicated to goddess Hathor goddess of
love Music and maternity the temple is located to the south of Temple of
Kalabsha next to Aswan high dam. It was also dedicated to Isis and it is among
the many Nubian monuments that were moved, by the a polish archaeological
expedition, from the original site of Old Talmis to New Kalabsha site near the
high dam of Aswan, This took place during the salvage campaign of Nubian
to save them from the rising waters of Nasser Lake!
Temple of Amada:
The temple is located 20 KM to the south of Wadi es-Sebua, the area
had also the temple of El-Derr and the tomb of Aniba. Amada is located at
115 KM to the south of Aswan.
The temple was built at the time of the new kingdom by king Thutmosis
III and Amenhotep II,
It was dedicated to the god Amon Ra, and RA Hor –Ahkty. Additions
were made later on by king Thutmoes IV and it was renovated
at the time of king Seti I
In this temple king Thuhmosis II venerated the middle kingdom
king Senusert III of the 12th dynasty, honoring the victorious campaigns
that king Senuserthave made in the land of Nubia
Temple of Dekka:
The temple was built by the Nubian Agher Amon who ruled at the time of
king Ptolemy II, and later additions were added during the Greco-Roman times.
The temple is originally goes back to the 18th dynasty, during the time
of Thutmosis III, Hatshepsut and Seti I and Merneptah.
Like most of the other Nubian monuments it was converted into a church
during the Christian era.
The temple is decorated with many religion scenes and important relief.
Temple of Derr:
This area is located 208 KM south of Aswan, the temple was rock cut
during the time of king Ramses II, it was dedicated to
godPetah and god Amon as well as Ramses II as a deified person. The
temple walls are decorated with scenes representing Ramses II military
campaigns against nubia and scenes of offering to the god of the temple.
This temple was badly destroyed though out the centuries and many
part of it have been reused for other building or was lost
The Tombs of the Nobles in Aswan:
The northern hills of the west bank (Qubbet el-Hawwa or Qubbet el-Hawa
meaning windy dome) are filled with the rock-hewn tombs of princes from the Old
Kingdom to the Roman period. The 6th Dynasty tombs, some of which form linked
family complexes, contain important biographical texts. Inside, the tombs are
decorated with vivid wall paintings showing scenes of everyday life,
hieroglyphic biographies and inscriptions telling of the noblemen's journeys into
Africa. The 12th Dynasty tombs of Sarenput I and Sarenput II have the finest
art, and it is said that some work in the number 31 tomb rivals that of
Memphis. The Tombs are numbered, and among other's they include: Sarenput I,
Pepynakht (Hekayib), Harkhuf, Khunes, Sarenput II, Sibni, Mekhu, Qubbet
Al_Hawwa (Kubbet el Hawa). At night they are illuminated with hidden spotlights
and can be clearly seen from Aswan.
Temple of Esna:
is best to be visited on on the tour from Aswan to Luxor (or Luxor
to Aswan; prices please see left side).
In my opinion it is not a real must for the "usual tourist",
who will have problems anyway to remember in the end which temple was which.
But for these who travel to Egypt to study arts and history it is possible to
add a third stop in Esna to Edfu Temple (great and very impressive!) and
Komombo Temple.
The Temple of Gerf Hussein:
The remains of the Temple of Gerf Hussein, also known as the House of
Ptah, at its current location at New Kalabsha. Dedicated to Ramesses II, it was
built by Setau, a viceroy of Kush.
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