Often sitting in the shadow of Luxor due to it’s famous sites, Aswan is unique in it’s own right having the wonderful Nubian culture of colour and history, along with contemporary modern structures such as the Aswan high Dam which mixes with the old Pharaonic history such as Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk and more. Nubian villages light up the West Bank of Aswan with their colourful houses, whilst the City of Aswan has its delightful market with the sweet smell of incense and herbs. Aswan is a very special City which combines the beauty of the Nile Valley and the mysteries of Ancient Egypt Temples. Memphis Tours provides you here with a complete catalog of Aswan's famous sights, history, location, what to do and where to go and everything you would need to know about the first city of Nubia from the Egyptian side.
Lake Nasser, Egypt’s vast artificial reservoir, reshaped the Nile, boosted agriculture and fishing, and preserved historic sites like Abu Simbel.
Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, was relocated to Agilkia Island to preserve its ancient Ptolemaic structures and remains a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Aswan is one of the world’s oldest cities, marking ancient Egypt’s southern frontier. Rich in history, science, trade, and UNESCO-listed monuments, it remains a living link between past and present.
Discover the history and purpose of the Aswan High Dam — learn how it shaped Egypt’s future. Read more about this modern marvel!
The Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan reveals ancient Egyptian quarrying techniques and ambitions, offering a rare glimpse into their engineering mastery.
Discover the magic of Philae Temple after dark with a Sound & Light Show that brings the myths of Isis to life amid the beautifully preserved island sanctuary.
Explore El Nabatat Island, Aswan’s historic botanical garden featuring exotic plants, towering palms, and a sanctuary for birds along the Nile.
Discover the Nubian Museum in Aswan and explore Egypt’s rich southern culture. Learn how this museum connects past and present.
Discover the history and beauty of Nubian Village Aswan. Learn how this riverside community keeps its ancient culture alive.
Aswan Old Souk offers a colorful, aromatic shopping experience along the Nile, featuring local crafts, spices, textiles, and souvenirs in Egypt’s southernmost city.
Elephantine Island in Aswan is a 5,000-year-old UNESCO site, once Egypt’s southern gateway, famed for its temples, Nilometers, and living Nubian heritage.
Discover Abu Simbel, Ramses II’s rock-cut temples famed for colossal statues, solar alignment, and an epic UNESCO rescue that saved them from Lake Nasser.