Aswan

Aswan (Aswan, أسوان ), although in theory it is far from the main tourist routes, it is a very important point on the map of Egypt. It is located in the south of the country , at the first cataract of the Nile . It has played a strategic role in the history of Egypt for centuries. This includes from local quarries came the rock blocks used to build ... incl. pyramids!

Aswan, Egypt

Today, this bustling city is a popular destination for Nile cruises. But if you are not planning a rafting trip, you should consider visiting Aswan anyway. You will find a lot of attractions here. One of the more interesting is the Unfinished Obelisk , which is still partially attached to the rock it was built from. It has a trifle… 3500 years! Aswan has also many museums. One of the most important ones is devoted to the Nubian culture and civilization. Of course, you will also find ancient temples here. The most popular is the Abu Simbel temple complex.

For whom?

Visit Aswan if you would like to deepen your knowledge about Egypt and are looking for places where typical all-inclusive tourists do not reach . Here, too, you can count on a slightly more authentic atmosphere and the opportunity to look at this country from a less commercial side.