Aswan

Notable spots

• 📍

  Abu Simbel

  Landmark

  Ramses II's colossal rock temples, moved to save them from Lake Nasser.

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  Philae Temple

  History

  An island temple of Isis reached by boat.

• 🎎

  Nubian Village

  Culture

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  Felucca Sail on the Nile

  Scenery

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov and Dec

👕 Aswan in Oct: T-shirts, shorts and breathable fabrics; sunscreen and water; big day–night swing, so dress in layers.