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Philae Temple private tour or Sound and light show evining
2hFree cancellation
From$25.00
Description
The Philae Temple complex is a beautiful ancient Egyptian site dedicated to the goddess Isis, located on Agilkia Island in the Nile River near Aswan, Egypt. Originally situated on Philae Island, the entire complex was relocated in a UNESCO project to prevent it from being submerged by the Aswan High Dam's rising waters.
Visiting the Temple
Location: The temple is on Agilkia Island and is only accessible by a short boat ride from a nearby embarkation point.
Hours: The temple is typically open daily from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm (summer hours; last entry at 3:00 pm), though winter hours may vary slightly. It is recommended to check the current hours and book tickets in advance through the official Egypt Monuments website.
Sound and Light Show: The temple is a popular location for a nightly Sound and Light Show, which narrates the history and myths of the gods and pharaohs using light
Experience tags
Experience Details
DestinationAswan
Typearchaeology tours
Duration2h
CancellationFree cancellation
Categoryarchaeology tours
CountryEG
CurrencyUSD