Aswan Private Tour: Philae Temple by boat,High Dam,The Obelisk

Have you ever wondered what life have been thousands of years ago? You will know about it through the your Egyptologist guide

1. The Philae Temple, also known as the Temple of Isis, is an ancient Egyptian temple complex located on the island of Philae in the Nile River, near Aswan in southern Egypt. The temple was dedicated to the goddess Isis, who was highly revered in ancient Egyptian religion.

The original Philae Temple was constructed during the Ptolemaic period (305 BCE to 30 BCE) and underwent several additions and modifications during the subsequent Roman period. The temple complex consists of various structures, including the main temple, smaller chapels, shrines, and other buildings.

The temple’s architecture reflects a blend of traditional Egyptian and Greco-Roman styles. It features impressive pylons (monumental gateways), a large courtyard, hypostyle halls with numerous columns, sanctuaries, and an inner sanctuary housing the cult statue of Isis.
2. unfinished obelisk
3. the high dam of aswan

The Unfinished Obelisk is a massive ancient monument located in Aswan, Egypt. It is considered to be one of the most remarkable examples of ancient Egyptian stone quarrying and provides valuable insights into the techniques used by the ancient Egyptians to create obelisks.

1. Location: The Unfinished Obelisk is situated in the northern region of Aswan, near the ancient quarries of Aswan.

2. Size: If completed, the obelisk would have stood about 42 meters (approximately 137 feet) tall and would have weighed around 1,200 tons, making it one of the largest obelisks ever constructed by the ancient Egyptians.

3. Construction: The obelisk was commissioned during the reign of queen hatchipsut

The High Dam of Aswan, also known as the Aswan High Dam, is a major engineering project located in Aswan, Egypt. It is one of the largest dams in the world and has had a significant impact on the region. Here are some key facts about the High Dam of Aswan:

1. Purpose: The main purpose of the High Dam of Aswan is to control the flow of the Nile River, provide water storage for irrigation, and generate hydroelectric power.

2. Construction: The construction of the High Dam began in 1960 and was completed in 1970. It was a collaborative effort between the Egyptian government and the Soviet Union, which provided technical and financial assistance.

3. Size: The High Dam is an impressive structure, standing at about 111 meters (364 feet) tall, with a length of approximately 3,830 meters (12,570 feet) and a base width of 980 meters (3,220 feet).

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• Aswan Private Tour: Philae Temple by boat,High Dam,The Obelisk
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• professional Egyptologist guide
• Entrance fees to unfinished obelisk
• All transfers by a modern air-conditioned vehicle
• Entrance fees to isis Temple ( phiale )
• Bottled water during your trip
• boat ride to isis Temple
• Entrance fees to the High Dam of Aswan
• Pick up service from your hotel in Aswan and return

• Tipping

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