"Going with the flow of the Nile" Aswan by Tijavi


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Taking it easy in Aswan

Along with Cairo and Luxor, Aswan forms an integral part of the classic Egypt route triumvirate. But unlike the two, Aswan is more laidback, with a rustic ambiance and convivial atmosphere. I've met the friendliest Egyptians here - many still untainted by the materialism that has bewitched and consumed their compatriots in Luxor and Cairo.

Taking it easy is the way to go here. Everything slows down, seemingly in deference to the Nile's gentle currents as they glide around giant granite boulders and scenic, palm-studded islands. One of the highlights of visiting Aswan is to sit on the Corniche at sunset and sip your favorite drink while watching the feluccas sail by.

And this was after a day of wonderful Pharaonic, Graeco-Roman, Islamic and modern monuments.

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Laidback atmosphere; friendly locals
  • Cons:Touts are starting to stream in
  • In a nutshell:The southern highlight of a classic Egypt route
  • Last visit to Aswan: May 2007
  • Intro Updated Jul 30, 2007
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    hopang Sep 30, 2009 at 8:07 AM Report Abuse

    Lovely Aswan travel page with excellent photographs. Isis temple complex certainly looks amazing and Aswan High Dam sounds attractive to us. Thanks for sharing. ~ho & pang

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    Andrew_W_K Jul 8, 2009 at 2:22 PM Report Abuse

    I've got the Egypt bug now. Aswan is next on the list.

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    Kuznetsov_Sergey Oct 10, 2007 at 11:24 AM Report Abuse

    A very interesting and useful page about this beautiful city and its area. We could almost meet there (I've been to Aswan this April). Great shots of the High Dam, Philae Temple and felucca with flowers. Thanks for sharing!

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    Elena_blue Sep 11, 2007 at 7:33 AM Report Abuse

    Interesting tip! I m planning my trip to Egypt and I wonder how should I arrange the Abusimbel tour. I arrive early in the morning to Aswan, is it reasonable to buy on the spot a tour for the 11am convoy? Any suggestions for prebooking?

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    evona Aug 30, 2007 at 6:54 AM Report Abuse

    Great page. I must go there one day :)

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    lou31 Aug 18, 2007 at 6:48 AM Report Abuse

    Well done. Your pages are very interesting. Especially the tip on the Isis Temple and the Souk markets. Good pics too...cheers

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    toonsarah Jun 30, 2007 at 6:13 AM Report Abuse

    An excellent page. I loved your photos and description of the Isis temple, was fascinated by the unfinished obelisk and the Numbian villages, and tempted by the thought of a drink on the Corniche :)

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    globetrott Jun 29, 2007 at 2:11 PM Report Abuse

    an excellent page ! Aswan is on the list of places I hope to be able to see one day !

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    Pat_Bangkok Jun 26, 2007 at 7:24 AM Report Abuse

    beautiful Aswan .. i wish i could be there once. Cheers!

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    MM212 Jun 21, 2007 at 4:05 PM Report Abuse

    Fantastic page on Aswan! Well done. It will definitely help me plan my trip in December. Cheers!

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