Aswan
The city has been southern Egypt's strategic and commercial gateway since antiquity. It carries a distinctly African vibe, its lively souks and streets dotted with distinctive Nubian villages and splendid mud-brick houses, awash with colour and pattern. The city is steeped in history, with the magnificent Temple of Isis, a testament to the city's ancient origins, offering a glimpse into its storied past. I saw less of Aswan, food poisoning from a rabbit stew keeping me confirned to my cabin so I missed seeing the great Dam. But we did get the chance to visit a local nubian and watch craftsmen work the loom.
The city's charm isn't just confined to its historical treasures. Aswan is also a haven for those seeking relaxation. The Nile is at its most picturesque here, with amber desert and granite rocks forming a backdrop to azure waters, as traditional wooden sailing boats, known as feluccas, glide by. The river, is beautiful to explore if you’re confident you can fight a crocodile and Aswan's pace of life is slow and relaxing, making it the perfect place to stop and unwind for a few days and soak up the chilled-out atmosphere.
Aka Nabu
Nubian 'most kind' people. Own language.
1.6m people in Aswan mostly Muslim.
Philea Temple aka temple of Isis
Lovers island -
Osiris twin brother is Set
Trucks him into a coffin. Then kills and cuts into 14 pieces. Scattered through Egypt.
Isis collects him and places him in philea. Missing his penis. Eaten by catfish.
Converted to Kite (bird)
Gave birth to Horus away from Set.
Osiris mummified by Anubis. First mummification
Graditi dating back to ancient time and more modern lord ketchner one of the last.
Nubian village
Walled in with serious wall
Ancient statue
Mud brick homes
Dinner at local home/restaurant
Dinner at local restaurant really good, all food brought at once 550 pounds
7an on sail boat
Swim in Nile, cute dog
Lunch on new boat
Drive to kom ombo
