Top 10 Best Things to Do in Aswan
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Top 10 Best Things to Do in Aswan

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  • Philae Templetop_1
    󰺂7.9
    25.81
    Aswan7.2 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoPhilae Temple, the white temple on the Nile River
    Highlights:
    󱨜Temple's hieroglyphs are precious
    󰋄450-yard-long Egyptian Pearl Island
    4.4/5
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    The Temple of Philae, situated on the tranquil banks of the Nile, this ancient Greek-Roman temple attracts visitors from all over the world with its superb architectural art and rich historical stories. Under the sunset, the stone pillars and murals of the temple are more mysterious and solemn, making people seem to have passed through the glory days of ancient Egypt. [View] Compared with the pyramid, it is slightly inferior, but the overall is good [Fun] Fun [Cost-effective] Very cost-effective

  • The High Damtop_2
    󰺂7.4
    Aswan13.3 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰋄Multipurpose hydroelectric & flood control
    󰀆Massive hydro project with generators
    4.3/5
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    I have just returned from my trip to Aswan Dam, which is not only an outstanding feat of engineering, but also a profound reflection of Egyptian history and culture. Standing on the dam, I felt as if I could feel the ancient legends and stories that flowed through the Nile beneath it. The service of the visitor center was also very attentive, with detailed information and comfortable seating area. Definitely recommended to every traveler to Egypt, not to be missed!

  • Unfinished Obelisktop_3
    󰺂6.5
    Aswan1.4 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Explore ancient Egyptian quarrying techniques
    42-foot unfinished Egyptian obelisk
    4.4/5
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    This attraction is not large and 30 minutes is enough to visit it. The biggest attractions are the 4,000-year-old quarry and the world's largest obelisk from 3,500 years ago. Walk from the Nile River to the unfinished obelisk less than 20 minutes, but the Google navigation route is wrong ❌. The place you finally walked to is a residential area. The ticket office is on the main road near the museum. You can refer to my markings on the Google map, or you can use Google Map to search the location coordinates 📍24°04’38.8”N 32°53‘39.7“E📍 This is the specific location of the ticket office. I hope it helps you. More travel information, please check my YouTube channel @ivanstrips

  • Nubian Museum
    4
    󰺂6.3
    Aswan1.5 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Nubian architecture: sleek & elegant
    Interactive Nubian history experience
    4.6/5
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    Learn about the development of the Nubian region from prehistoric times to the present day. At the entrance to the museum, there is a large model of the Nile Valley, marking the locations of the main temples. The museum also specifically demonstrates the changes in the Nile River and the process of relocating the affected monuments in the dam area when the Aswan Dam was built.

  • Nubian Village Aswan
    5
    󰺂5.8
    Aswan4.8 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Colorful traditional Nubian houses
    Visit a Nubian home to taste traditional stew
    5.0/5
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    Nubian village is a must stop in Aswan. Across the Nile River from main town, it has a completely different feel from Egyptian cities. The people are incredibly friendly. Be sure to get a snack or two while you are there as well.

  • Elephantine
    6
    󰺂5.0
    Aswan1.8 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰋄Nile views & desert landscapes
    󱓊Elephant-shaped sunbathing boulders
    4.8/5
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    There are two small piers to go to Koh Chang, one of which is at the entrance "next to" KFC. The 5 pounds you pay is already the round trip fare, so you don't need to pay when you return to the other side [Proud] This is a small island Nubi Where Nubia lives, there are B&Bs, high-end hotels, coffee shops and attractions on the island, which can be visited in half a day. We walked around for about half a day, but we couldn't find the way to the Movenpick Hotel [sad] But it's okay anyway, come to Koh Chang when you come to Aswan and visit Koh Chang. Travel Wedding Day 182, Country 11, Aswan, Egypt

  • Aswan Railway Station
    7
    󰺂4.4
    Aswan1.2 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰋄Hidden restaurant offers unique cuisine
    󰀆Sunset views by the Nile
    4.6/5
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    When traveling to Aswan, you must visit the Abu Simbel Temple. The Abu Simbel Temple is located south of Aswan, Egypt. It is located on the shores of Lake Nasser and is one of the most famous temples in Egypt. There are many temples in Egypt, and the movie "Death on the Nile" introduced many temples.

  • Kalabsha Temple
    8
    󰺂4.3
    Aswan14.6 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    Temple light show at night
    󱓊Ancient temple by Lake Nasser
    4.7/5
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    The Kalabsa Temple is a very small temple in Aswan. Although it is not very big, the sculptures in front of the temple are well preserved. The lighting in the temple is not very good, and you need to use a flashlight or candle to enter, which adds a lot of mystery.

  • Aswan Museum
    9
    󰺂4.1
    Aswan1.4 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    Aswan Dam history artifacts show
    󱓊Mummified sheep & Khnum belief
    4.5/5
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    You can visit it when you go to Elephantine Island. The old museum is the residence of the architect of the Aswan Dam, built in the late 19th century. The museum now mainly exhibits exhibits related to the Aswan Dam, as well as artifacts excavated from the nearby Abu City ruins archaeological site, including mummies, weapons, pottery and statues.

What Best Things to Do are there in Aswan?
These are all Best Things to Do in Aswan:Philae Temple, The High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Nubian Museum, Nubian Village Aswan
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Aswan?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Aswan include:Philae Temple:4.4, The High Dam:4.3, Unfinished Obelisk:4.4, Nubian Museum:4.6, Nubian Village Aswan:5.0
At what locations in Aswan can Best Things to Do in Aswan be found?
The Best Things to Do in Aswan are mainly located in:Philae Temple:Aswan, The High Dam:Aswan, Unfinished Obelisk:Aswan, Nubian Museum:Aswan, Nubian Village Aswan:Aswan
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