Kalabsha Temple- Travel Tips
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Reviews of Kalabsha Temple
Tim Curry - 5
We were the only people on the entire island! It's a bit shocking that this temple is so much less visited. We went to Philae earlier in the day and it was a mass of humanity. But here, we were free to explore the island and its temples all by ourselves. It's also a fascinating fusion of Nubian and Egyptian religions that we didn't get in any other temple complex. But go with a guide who knows the history or it will be lost on you.
Catherine Shawarby - 5
We boarded our own boat, no one else around, and had the temple and island to ourselves and the guardians, who seemed delighted someone had remembered them! The temple was moved from destruction by the building of the high dam and subsequent flooding of the valley to form Lake Nasser, an incredible feat in itself. The temple itself is small, and decor unfinished, in nubianstyle, but still fascinating to see. Walking the granite walkway to an adjoining island is the temple of Ramses II, a very small and compact temple with reliefs which still retain their colour but are quite rudimentary in style and ere are a couple of monuments around the temple which were saved at the same time which make interesting viewing, while the sun was hot there was a refreshingly cool breeze all around the island, and no humidity which draws the energy from you.
Elaine Carr - 5
This is a beautiful place. One of the things which made it such a great experience is that we were the only people visiting! Make sure you walk around the whole site. There are some excellent reliefs to see. We found images of an elephant on one of the stone blocks outside. It takes a bit of effort to get to and some negotiations with the boatman , (we paid 150EGP per person, which was probably too much). Views of Lake Nasser are stunning but sad to think of all the Nubian people displaced by the creation of the Lake.
Ernest T - 4
a relocated ancient temple on a tiny island. the open view to Lake Nasser was so beautiful and so peaceful. no tourist, the staff opened the gate and turned on the lighting for us, and it was very clean. the small forecourt, the vestibule, and a large relief in the 1st room were well maintained. in contrast, the Kiosk of Qertassi was a bit ruined. the boatman took us here, offered a small bazaar on the boat, very welcomed by ladies !
Nita B Choudhury - 5
This temple is not part of the usual tourist route, so you will be able to enjoy a relatively quiet visit without tripping over tourists and vendors alike. Built as a tribute to the Nubian Sun God Merul, also known as Mandoulis. This temple was transplanted from the original site that is 50 Kms south of Aswan. The rising waters of lake Nasser would have submerged the temple otherwise, when the Aswan High Dam was built. You will need to take a motorboat to the island. As you land, the causeway that leads to the huge gates of the temple are an impressive site indeed. There is also a well preserved Nilometer there.
