Aswan, Egypt Travel Guide
Scenic spot introduction:
Aswan is the capital of Aswan Province, located on the east bank of the Nile River, and is the southern gate of Egypt. Aswan is a beautiful and lazy ancient city. Numerous temples and Egyptian legends make Aswan full of mysterious magic, attracting tourists from all over the world to explore.Attractions distribution:
Aswan is an ancient cultural city in Egypt. Its main attractions include Ancient quarry and obelisk , Felucca , Temple of Philae , Stone Pillar , Abu Simbel Temple , Temple of the Goddess Hathor , mural , Khon Ombo Temple , Temple of Horus , Hookah bar , Koh Chang wait.Scenic spot qualifications:
World HeritageScenic spot features:
photography, temples, culture, temples, Nile RiverTransportation
Scenic spot location:
Africa > Egypt > Aswan
How to get there:
Airplane: Aswan Airport has many domestic flights to and from Egypt, with 4-5 flights a day from major cities such as Cairo and Luxor. Abu Simbel Temple Many tourists come from Cairo via Abu Simbel Temple Then enter the flight to Aswan.
Long-distance bus: The bus from Cairo to Aswan takes about 14 hours, with one bus per day; from Luxor to Aswan takes about 3 hours, with 7 buses per day.
Ferry: You can also take a cruise from Cairo to Aswan. The whole route usually takes 11 to 13 days. You will pass many ancient Egyptian sites along the way and enjoy the natural scenery and cultural landscapes on both sides of the Nile. Aswan also has special sailing boats heading to Luxor, which takes three days and two nights.
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Tickets
Aswan Ticket Prices:
Abu Simbel Temple Tickets: 30 Egyptian pounds
Travel Tips
travelling guideline:
1. Aswan is located on the east bank of the Nile River. Take a traditional Egyptian sailboat Felucca A trip to the Nile River is not to be missed, the scenery is stunning.
2. Aswan’s most famous attraction is Abu Simbel Temple It is listed as a World Cultural Heritage. mural It's beautiful, but taking photos is not allowed inside the temple.
Best time to visit:
Aswan is located in southern Egypt. The air is hot and dry, while the climate is dry and mild in winter. It is a world-famous winter resort, so winter is more suitable for traveling to Aswan.
Shopping recommendations:
The market in downtown Aswan is always bustling with people, day or night. The shelves are filled with a wide variety of goods, wicker baskets and various spices are piled up like a hill, and underneath are saffron, curry powder, roselle petals, etc. Visitors can stroll around the market and buy what they like.
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