Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour

Dedicate your day to discovering two of the most significant sites in Nubia, accompanied by your personal guide.

You'll explore the Temple of Kalabsha, the largest of its kind. a standalone temple in the area, along with the Nubian Museum, which is regarded as one of the most significant museums showcasing artifacts recovered from tombs and Explore the history of Egypt's Nubia region and discover how the Aswan High Dam has influenced the area. Begin by taking in the scenic views of the Nile. You travel by motorboat to the historic Temple of Kalabsha, located by the shores of Lake Nasser.

This temple was constructed by the Roman emperor Octavius Augustus. In 30 BC, a tribute was dedicated to Mandulis (Merul), a sun god from Lower Nubia. Discover the largest freestanding temple in Egyptian Nubia and appreciate the exquisite carving of Horus depicted rising from the reeds on the inner curtain wall. Accompany your guide as they highlight the temple's most striking carvings and characteristics, and discover the reasons behind its significance. regarded as one of the most comprehensive in the area.

Next, make your way to the International Museum of Nubia, established as part of UNESCO's efforts to safeguard artifacts that reflect the region's history. The museum was created to create a display area for artifacts retrieved from graves, temples, and inhabited areas, as Egyptologists and archaeologists were concerned that increasing water levels would negatively impact these items.

The High Dam would inundate the remaining areas of Egyptian Nubia. The Nubia Museum, which opened its doors in 1997, has received the Aga Khan Award for Architecture.