Aswan Tours

 Unleash your inner and explore the most famous temple in the world through Abu Simbel Tour from aswan . Get to visit the outstanding landmark which consists of two rock-cut Temples, The Temple of Ramsses II and The Temple of Queen Nefertari, they both date back to the reign of King Ramses II (1290-1223 BC) and reflect the glory and grandeur of the Ancient Kingdom of Egypt. Abu Simbel Temple was dedicated to the Ancient Egyptian god Amon Ra, Harmakis and Ptah. The façade consists of four statues that all belong to the Pharaoh. The gigantic facade of Ramses II temple represents four colossal seated figures of Ramses. The facade is 119 feet wide, 100 feet high, and the statues are each 67 feet high. In ancient times the area was at the southern frontier of pharaonic Egypt, facing Nubia. The four colossal statues of Ramses in front of the main temple are spectacular examples of ancient Egyptian art. The four statues guarding the doorway to the larger of these temples are the largest sculptures that survive from the pharaonic era and more via United Guides Travel.

 

Unleash your inner with Aswan Dam, Philae Temple and Unfinished Obelisk Tour and get the chance to visit the great High Dam which was considered to be an engineering miracle when it was built in the 1960s, construction of the dam began in 1960 and was completed in 1968. It was officially inaugurated in 1971 and considered the biggest achievement in the modern history of Egypt. Get excited by enjoying the fascinating views of the High Dam, as this huge building is 1 km wide, 3.5 km in length and 111m tall, this majestic dam is also containing a Hydro-electric plant which includes six turbines and able to provide 2.1 million kilowatt, this project was the perfect solution because of the loss and damaging that Egypt had witnessed, especially the monuments which are located in Nubian villages. As a result of its construction, a great lake was formed, Lake Nasser, which is about 10 km wide in some places, and 500km long. The dam is only about a 15-minute drive south of Aswan so a visit is easy even if your time in the city is limited. The dam powers twelve generators each rated at 175 megawatts, producing a hydroelectric output of 2.1 gigawatts. then he temple was reconstructed in its current location after the building of the High Dam that threatened the site so the Egyptian government started a huge project to rebuild the temple in its current location at Philae Island. Philae is dedicated to Isis - the Goddess of motherhood, magic and fertility. As symbolic mother of the king, she appears as a woman with a throne-shaped crown, or sometimes depicted with the sign of motherhood and fertility. The cult of Isis at Philae goes back to the 7th century BC, but the earliest remains date from the 4th century BC and Isis was being worshipped at Philae until the 6th century AD. The temple contains many ancient Egyptian sanctuaries and shrines as it was built during the Ptolemy’s dynasty, stare at the amazement of The Kiosk of Trajan, feel ravishing while explore the Chapel of Osiris. This sacred site was venerated from the Pharaonic era up to the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine periods with each ruler adding their own stamp onto the stones here.

 

 

Tours inAswan you will get to know more about Philae Temple with Philae Temple Soundand Light Show which offers interesting information about the temple that was relocated by a multinational UNESCO team from Philae Island, to its new location on Agilkia Island to protect it from the Nile Flooding. Get the chance to visit two of the world’s most famous temples as Aswan Excursions offering you Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples Tours from Aswan where you will explore Kom Ombo Temple which was dedicated to Hours the Falcon god and Sobek the Crocodile god, it was built during the period from 205 till 180 BC in the ruling period of King Ptolemy V, then scout around Edfu Temple which was constructed on the Ptolemy III era and completed during the Ptolemy IV era, dedicated to Horus, the falcon headed god. Therefore it was the center of many ancient Egyptian sacred festivals to Horus, enjoy the charming atmosphere of the city with the Nubian people known for their hospitality and kindness with our Nubian VillageTour. It is a colorful society with their own traditions, language and culture making the visitor feel at home. You will be able to walk throw the charming streets and enjoy a trip by felucca and know more about Elephantine Island.

Temple of Kalabsha and Nubian Museum

Overview

Return back in ancient past, Discover Temple of Kalabsha and Nubian Museum, with its unique Histrory, hear the story of Temple of Kalabsha, Then visit Nubian Museum, know more about Nubian culture and history via United Guides Travel.

Explore Temple of Kalabsha and Nubian Museum with united guides Travel, after picking up from your hotel in Aswan, Tee off to your tour and your first spot will Be kalabsha Temple, It was built by the Roman Emperor Octavius Augustus, then proceed to Nubian Museum, This museum takes its name from the ancient Egyptian Nbu, meaning gold,It was opened in 1997,the museum houses Nubian artifacts for their houses, you can know more about Nubian history and culture ,then lunch will be served at good quality restaurant ,finally return back in your hotel in Aswan .

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·  Pick up Service From Your Hotel& Back .

·  ·  Transfer By air Conditioned Vehicles.

·  ·  Qualified Egyptologist Guide.

·  ·  Main Entrance Fees for the Sites

·  ·  Lunch Meal At Local Restaurant (Drinks Are Not Included)

·  ·  Bottle of water

• ·  All Taxes &Services Charge

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·  Extra Tickets for mentioned sites

·  ·  Gratuities

• ·  shopping

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