Kitchener Island: A Secret Garden in the Nile

Explore Kitchener Island (also known as El Nabatat Island) in the Nile River at Aswan, Egypt. Early in the 20th century it was transformed by a British general into a lush botanical paradise featuring exotic plants, rare trees, and shaded walkways.

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To see more of the Aswan area, see our vlog: “Ivory, Gold, and Linen: The Ancient Roots of the Nile’s Great Market.”


We are planning returns to Egypt in 2027. Seats are available. To learn more about these or other Bible Land Explorer journeys, follow the link here. Discover the place where faith begins!