Aswan Nile Cataracts

The true treasures of Aswan lie far away: Abu Simbel is a three-hour drive to the south, the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo are to the north. Even the sacred island of Philae requires a short boat ride. This begs the question: what is there to see in the city itself, surrounded by desert sands? The answer lies in the very landscape—the Nile Cataracts, the only ones on the Egyptian stretch of the river. They create a vibrant, living landscape and give Aswan its unique, authentic atmosphere.