Friday, March 20, 2009

Aswan Egypt

Aswan - one of our favourite places. It is a very inviting and relaxing city with many beautiful views of the Nile River.
The botanical gardens are a beautiful attraction and can only be reached by Felucca or motor boat.
Tombs of Siremput - quite a climb in 30 degee temp.
The High dam was built in 1965 with the help of the Soviet Union. This dam is the start of lake Nasser and is said to be the protection against hunger for Egypt.
Philae temple is an impressive ruins between the High Dam and the Old Dam. Again this is only reached by Felucca or motor boat.
The Unfinished Obelisc is in the centre of town and very interesting.

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