Get amazed with Aswan Tours and visit the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu. Kom Ombo Temple was built during the Greco Roman period. It was constructed on the ruins of a much older temple which was called "Ber Sobek" or the house of god Sobek. This older temple was erected during the reigns of King Tuthmosis III and then during the ruling period of Queen Hatshepsut. The recent temple of Kom Ombo was built during the period from 205 till 180 BC in the ruling period of King Ptolemy V. with Aswan Day Trips move to Edfu which was a flourishing city in Ancient Times. Today, the most important monument in the city of Edfu is the Temple of Horus, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful and preserved Temples in Egypt. The origins of the Temple probably date back to the Second Intermediate Period, but the actual Temple only dates back to Ptolemaic times. Edfu Temple is considered the second largest temple after Karnak. It 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.
If you are in Aswan, you can’t miss the chance to visit the outstanding Temple of Abu Simbel, considered one of the most recognizable ancient sites in Egypt. Entertain yourself with our Tours in Aswan and try Abu Simbel Tour from Aswan by Van where you will know more about the Abu Simbel which contains two temples; Temple of Queen Nefertari and the other one is Temple of Ramsses II, carved into a mountainside and built by pharaoh Ramesses II (1303-1213 B.C). The temple was dedicated to god Amon Ra, Harmakis and Ptah. The Temple was relocated on higher ground around 60 meters directly above their earlier position after the heroic international rescue efforts to save these treasures from Lake Nasser, and more with Abu Simbel Tour from Aswan by Plane.
In Ancient Egypt, Aswan served as a south frontier and it was a garrison town for the military campaigns against Nubia. Between a must-see tourists destination in Aswan is Aswan Dam, Philae Temple and Unfinished Obelisk Tour which covers nearly all the famous sightseeing in the city. From its construction in 1960, the High Dam is still the greatest achievement in the modern history of Egypt. Go on a fancy tour to the Unfinished Obelisk, which shows the techniques used by the ancient Egyptians to cut obelisks, it also was constructed by Queen Hatshepsut, one of the rulers of the 18th dynasty and the royal wife of king Tuthmosis II.
Therefore you will live many exciting fascinating adventures in Aswan, as you can also go on a tour to watch Philae Temple Sound and Light Show, enjoy the journey back in time to the ancient Egyptian Gods and kings with Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple, find out more about the Temple of Philae, which was transferred stone by stone from Philea Island to Egilica Island because of the Nile flooding, it was a massive project, that took over 9 years to be accomplished, consequently you will be astonished by our Tours from Aswan which contains a wide selection of fancy and relaxing tours.
Moreover with Aswan Day Tours, enjoy Nubian Village Tour, which exemplify the simple and beautiful lifestyle of Nubians, while enjoying a trip with felucca, which is a traditional wooden sailing boat.
Experience our Day tour to St Simeon Monastery to see the charming attraction which is located near to The Agha Khan Mausolum was first dedicated to the local saint AnbaHedra, It was rebuilt in the 10th century and dedicated to St Simeon.. To get there, Flying Carpet Tours delegate will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan, and you’ll be transferred by a private A/C vehicle to start unforgettable Day Tour.
Discover the beauty of the river Nile and the unusual riverside temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu with our Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple Tours from Aswan. Get excited while scouting Kom Ombo Temple which consists of two temples, known as Sobek Temple and Haroeris Temple. This is an unusual temple, built during the time of Cleopatra's dynasty, the Ptolemies, with a rare double entrance. Each of the two dramatic entrances are dedicated to a different god: one to the falcon-headed Horus, god of war and hunting, the other to the crocodile god Sobek, god of fertility and creator of the world. Proceed to visit Edfu Temple with Aswan Excursions; it’s considered the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt. Edfu Temple is the second largest temple after Karnak. It was constructed on the Ptolemy III era and completed during the Ptolemy IV era. It was dedicated to Horus, the falcon headed god. Therefore it was the center of many ancient Egyptian sacred festivals to Horus, and more with Tour Aswan.
Try Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour which allows you to visit Kalabsha Temple which was originally built on much earlier site that dates back to the 18th dynasty and most probably goes back to king Thothmosis and Amenhotep II and after the construction of the High Dam the temple was disassembled and reconstructed at its present location. Move to explore the Nubian Museum which opened its doors in November 1997 and includes three thousand pieces of antiquities representing various ages; Geological, Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic and Islamic, moreover you can choose Aswan Felucca Tours and enjoy a sailing trip around Elephantine Island and more with Aswan Excursions.
know about the culture of Egypt through exceptional Nile Cruise Aswan with Flying Carpet tours and get the chance to see Philae temple that consider one of the most attractive sites in Aswan and enjoy by discovering Edfu and Kom ombo temples also explore the historical city of Luxor that contains immense amount of monuments such as Valley of the Kings and karnak Temple.
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