Morning time, start your Aswan sightseeing tour by meeting your private tour guide to visit Aswan tourist attractions starting by:
Aswan High Dam
The High Dam of Aswan was a major engineering feat that had an immense impact on the economy and culture of Egypt. Constructed between 1960 and 1970, it was built to control flooding along the Nile River, provide hydroelectric power for electricity generation, increase agricultural production through irrigation projects, and regulate navigation throughout Egypt. The dam also helped create Lake Nasser which is now a popular tourist destination in southern Egypt. The high dam has improved life for many Egyptians by providing access to clean water as well as employment opportunities related to agriculture or fishing near the lake. In addition, it has increased trade with neighboring countries due to its ability to facilitate river transportation all year round regardless of seasonal changes in water levels downstream from Aswan. Overall this remarkable achievement has been instrumental in transforming modern-day Egyptian society since its completion more than fifty years ago.
The Unfinished Obelisk
The Unfinished Obelisk is an impressive piece of ancient history. It was ordered by Queen Hatshepsut in 1508 BC and was intended to be a companion to the Lateran Obelisk which had been originally located at Karnak. Unfortunately, it never reached completion due to cracks that appeared in its granite surface during the cutting process, leaving it roughly 42 feet long and only one-third complete. Despite this setback, the obelisk still stands today as a testament to Queen Hatshepsut’s ambition and ingenuity; after being moved from Egypt by Emperor Caligula in 37 AD, it now resides near St Peter’s Square at Rome’s Lateran Palace where visitors can marvel at its size and grandeur even though much of its potential remains unfulfilled.
Philae Temple
The Philae Temple is an incredible sight to behold, and a must-see for any visitor to Aswan. Dedicated to the goddess Isis of Love and beauty, this temple complex has been meticulously preserved through UNESCO’s Nubia Campaign project by relocating it from its original location on the island of Philae to nearby Agilkia Island. After taking in all that this stunning building has to offer, visitors will be taken back either their hotel or Nile cruise as part of their Aswan sightseeing tour.
