About
Colossal rock-cut temples guarding lake nasser, truly awe-inspiring.
Why go
- One of the greatest temples ever built
- One of the most impressive temples in egypt
- One of the wonders of egypt
Must try
- Temples carved directly into rock
- Colossal 20m statues of ramses ii
- Temple of nefertari
- Sound & light show
Pro tips
- Stay overnight to avoid crowds
- Day trip from aswan is 4 hours each way
- Plan separately from aswan
- Take a short 30 min flight
Good to know
- Relocated in 1968 to save it from flooding
- Sun alignment happens feb 22 & oct 22
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