Philae Temple
Dedicated to Isis, the deity of love, the Philae Temple is one of the most beautiful and best-preserved in the country and is located on a small island, accessible only by boat.
The legendThe Temple of Philae is of great importance for the Egyptians because, according to legend, when Osiris was assassinated by his brother Seth”, who then scattered his limbs throughout the country, Isis, his beloved wife, collected them and took refuge on the island of Philae to recompose the body of her beloved man. |
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A walk in the templeAlthough the most amazing is the temple dedicated to Isis On the island, you can see numerous buildings of great value, such as the Temple of Hator or the Portal of Trajan. Today the temple of Philae is no longer found on Philae Island: after the construction of the Aswan dam, it was submerged by the waters. Fortunately, after being dismantled, it was moved brick by brick to the nearby island of Agilkia where it was rebuilt with great precision, thanks to the collaboration of the Italian Government with that of Egypt. |
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Not to be missed
Philae Temple is a must-visit for anyone taking a Nile cruise. In addition to being kept in perfect condition, it is very suggestive to reach it by boat.
LocationOn Philae Island, south of Aswan. Transport: On a motorboat |
Ticket Prices:Adults 100 EGP(6.40US $) |
