Articles related to "Aswan"

Part two of a series on Nile Cruising from Luxor to Aswan and returning to Explore Ancient Thebes.

Nile river cruising from Luxor to Edfu and Esna, then onto Aswan promises history and lots of temple visits. History aside, Egyptian culture is very much alive and exotic

The Unfinished Obelisk near Aswan in Upper Egypt gives scholars and tourists a fascinating insight into the building processes of ancient Egypt.

Nile Cruising is a luxurious way to travel and surprisingly economical. By combining transport and accommodation you can get very good value for your money.

The two temples at Abu Simbel are amongst the most magnificent in the world.

The River Nile has for centuries been the lifeblood of Egypt, its Pharaonic legacy now a magnate for visitors embarking on a luxury cruise down the Nile.

Egypt is the ancient land of Pharaohs, Pyramids and Pylons. Visiting this historic land is to rediscover the magical world of gods, Kings and their legendary exploits.

The Nile has always been the lifeblood of Egypt. These days tourists have discovered that to cruise the Nile provides a comfortable way of seeing historical sites.

For 3000 years the temples of Abu Simbel sat on its ancient site, but when the building of a dam that would flood the site was propsed, achaeologists rushed to save them.

Built around 1244 BC, the temples at Abu Simbel have become one of the most recognizable and important sites in Egypt.

Part three of a series on Nile Cruising returning from Aswan to Luxor and Ancient Thebes.

Although the capricious actions of Egypt's Nasser were in response to poor decisions made by Secretary of State Dulles, the U.S. stood firmly against British aggression.

There is something very special about Egypt. Head straight for Cairo and see the Pyramids at Luxor and the Sphinx; cruise the Nile and enjoy the Red Sea beach resorts.

Cruising down the Nile on a Felucca can be a wonderful way to experience the Nile, but travelers should know what to expect from this form of travel before setting out.

No trip to Egypt is complete without stopping by the magnificent Sanctuary of Isis at Philae.

Despite disastrous human, political and environmental consequences, developing countries are still intent on building large dams and complicated water projects.

Egypt is a hugely popular travel destination boasting over a hundred ancient temples and tombs. This list attempts to detail some of the most popular sights to visit.

Dams affect oceans in a variety of ways by altering the flow of rivers leading into the sea.

Temple visiting aside these tips from first-hand experiences help new visitors to get the most out of their Nile River cruising experience

Part four of a series on Nile Cruising exploring Ancient Thebes and the Valley of the Kings.

Visit an ancient Egyptian temple in Parque del Oeste in Madrid.

Built by Septimius Severus as the centre piece of his building programme, the second century Roman forum and basilica at Leptis Magna remain impressive today.

On 22 February and 22 October sunlight hits the inner sanctuary of the great Sun Temple by Lake Nasser and visitors gather to commemorate this event

Modern Cairo has a history as old as time. Mosques, churches and museums compete for attention with Shisha pipes, a pulsating nightlife and belly dancers.

Jog your memory and find the rhymes to fit your poem with a rhyming dictionary.

The Karnak Temple Complex in the ancient Egyptian town of Thebes was constructed and added on by numerous kings over thousands of years.

Artists and poets agree - the view from Westminster Bridge is the finest in London, with such famous landmarks as the London Eye, Somerset House and Cleopatra's Needle.

Cruise the Nile in style on the new Oberio Zahra, a river vessel designed for travellers demanding the last word in luxury.

Feluccas are traditional boats used in the Middle East, and especially, on the Nile. Tourists can experience a traditional Nile river cruise in Cairo at dawn.

The Coptic Museum is one of Cairo's less-known tourist sites, but its displays give a fascinating insight into an ancient people still surviving in Egypt today.

Egypt was the "gift of the Nile," benefiting agriculturally from the flow of the river downward as it deposited silt along its banks, creating a thriving civilization.

He ended disorder in post-Revolutionary Europe, but was considered a tyrant by his critics, some of whom have blamed him for 17 years of war and the bankruptcy of France.

Some areas in Sudan are riddled with conflict and best avoided. Other areas are open to tourism and are famed for the warmth and hospitality of the local population.

Ramses II of Egypt was taller than any other Pharaoh, reigned longer, lived longer, and sired more children. He was truly deserving of his title "The Great."