British military headquarters Egypt

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 a return 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!