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Philae Temple in Aswan | Aswan Travel Guide

  • 05 16, 2023

Philae Temple Aswan

The Temple of Philae, originally named for its southern location in Egypt, was relocated to Agilkia. Despite not being as old as other Egyptian monuments, the temples are beautiful, engaging with the environment, and have been preserved, providing an amazing experience for visitors.

The risky salvage campaign done by UNESCO to relocate the magnificent Philae temple of Goddess Isis to a higher and safer island was completed, carefully maintaining and imitating the original shape and layout of the complex and even landscaping the island to match its former location.

Goddess Isis | The Egyptian Goddess of Magic and Healing

Philae Temple Complex rose to prominence during the Ptolemaic Dynasty as the center of the cult of the goddess Isis. This complex was actually one of the last remaining places where the ancient Egyptian religion was practiced after the spreading of Christianity in Egypt, officially closed only in 550 AD. Early Christians then reused the main temple on the island as a church and removed many scenes of the gods of ancient Egypt.

During that period, the popularity of the goddess Isis became very strong and pilgrims came from all over the Mediterranean. The construction of the temple on the island of Philae lasted for about 800 years until this ancient building became one of the important temples of Aswan day tours.

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The temple of Philae can also be visited at night, during the suggested sound and light show at Philae Temple from Aswan, the show attracts tourists from all over the world as it is one of the best excursions in Aswan during Egypt Travel Packages if you booked a one of Egypt Travel Package to Egypt, or your day tours in Egypt if your visit is quick and short. Like all of the other major ancient attractions in Egypt, Philae’s is generally thought to be the most impressive of these often overblown affairs. The ambiance of the island’s ruins bathed in floodlighting is hard to describe adequately, but this is definitely a recommended way to spend an evening. Although some of the finds are dated between the 26th Dynasty and the Roman period in Egypt, most of the works can be traced back to the Roman period.

Philae Temple overlooks the Nile River, so many Egypt Nile Cruise Tours stop at it while sailing. We provide a highly qualified Cairo Top Tours guide at each stage to keep you company.

In the city of Aswan, there are millions of fun activities that you can do during your trip, so if I were in your place, I would not miss the opportunity to visit all the monuments that are in this city.

The Temple of Philae is one of the most attractive places in Aswan, so if you like history and sightseeing, you will not miss the visit of this valuable place in the history of Egypt.

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Egypt is a country that lends itself to being visited in any season, depending on the area you plan to explore. However, Spring and Autumn are an ideal time to go to Egypt. In contrast, the winter months are the best time to discover the desert. Finally, summer is suitable for a vacation in the milder Mediterranean coastal strip.

There are many methods to go to The Temple Isis at Philae. The majority of Nile cruises between Luxor and Aswan stop at Agilika Island. As an alternative, a lot of tour operators provide day trips from Aswan to the Philae temple complex and other surrounding sights including the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk. A visit can also be planned independently.
 

The sound and light performance transports viewers inside the Philae Temple and features presentations in a number of languages. The art and architecture are given a dramatic boost by colored lights, and the program narrates the history of the location. Although showtimes sometimes change, purchasing tickets in advance assures that you won't be let down.
 

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Yes, Aswan is a popular starting point for Nile cruises that travel north to Luxor or south to Lake Nasser. These cruises offer a scenic and relaxing way to explore the ancient temples and landmarks along the Nile.

Philae Temple is an ancient temple located on Elephant Island in the Nile River near Aswan in ancient Egypt. The construction of the temple dates back to ancient times, during the reign of King Hassan II of the 19th Dynasty of Egypt, and its construction began in 237 BC and continued for many years after his death.

Philae Temple was built to worship the goddess Hathor, who was considered the goddess of love, beauty and joy in ancient Egyptian religion. It was also a place of honor for King Hassan II and his wife Nefertari, and was also used for religious rituals and sacrifices.
 

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