Roots tendril out of the grassy banks, piercing the surface of the water, while giant dragonflies skim the heads of water buffaloes cooling off in the 46C heat. Nearby, African sacred ibises stand ...

Egyptian antiquities expert Magdy Shakir called for increased efforts to promote the Philae Temple, one of the most magnificent temples in ancient Egypt's history. He suggests that musical concerts ...

Aswan is more than Egypt’s southern gateway—it’s a living museum of temples, Nubian culture, and the Nile’s serene beauty.

Baptized "the pearl of the Nile", this sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis is the masterful work of the last pharaohs of Egypt and the Roman emperors who succeeded them. Sacred land, Philae has ...

Cruising leisurely down the Nile River is one of the most popular tourist activities in Egypt. Yes, you can see ancient and remarkable temples with almost no effort. Yes, you can see miles of ...

"At the turn of the twentieth century, the second and third stages of the construction of the Aswan Dam progressively submerged the temples of Philae for the greater part of the year. All that could ...

One of the most sought after experiences after flying into Luxor is a cruise along the Nile to Aswan, visiting the ancient temples and taking in the luxury river cruise. This iconic journey transports ...