A Boat Ride to an Island Temple, Egypt

Mark Ziese

August 26, 2023

Discover how the ancient Philae Island was submerged and its magnificent Temple of Isis saved. Explore the incredible 1970s relocation to Agilkia Island.

Mark Ziese

August 11, 2023

Exploring Egypt, Geography & Geology, History & Archaeology

Almost Underwater in Aswan: The Amazing Story of the Philae Temple, Egypt

Mark Ziese

August 11, 2023

Exploring Egypt, Geography & Geology, History & Archaeology

Discover how the ancient Temple of Isis was saved from the Nile. Explore the legendary UNESCO relocation of Philae Temple from its submerged island to Agilkia.

Mark Ziese

August 6, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Philae Ferry, Aswan: Cross the “Sacred Water”

Mark Ziese

August 6, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

The journey to the Temple of Philae in Aswan is more than just a commute; it is a legendary passage across the Nile that connects modern travelers to a mythic past.