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Travel to Philae Temple, situated on Agilkia Island in present-day Egypt, is a must-see destination for history and archaeology enthusiasts. You can travel to Philae, a sacred site in ancient Egyptian civilization, and explore a place that was an important religious and cultural center. The official name of this UNESCO site in Egypt is the Philae Temple Complex.
When you visit Philae, you can explore the captivating ruins of the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Our tours in Egypt departing from Aswan offer the opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the enchanting Philae Temple.
Philae Egypt
“Philae was an important city in ancient Egyptian civilization and a center for worship of the goddess Isis (Ptolemaic and Roman Periods).”
Curiosities about Philae:
- The Philae Temple is located on Agilkia Island in present-day Egypt.
- Philae was an important religious and cultural center in ancient Egyptian civilization.
- The Philae Temple is dedicated to the goddess Isis.
- In the 20th century, the temple complex was moved from the original Philae Island to Agilkia Island to save it from flooding caused by the Aswan High Dam.
- Today, the Philae Temple is a popular tourist destination.
- You can obtain an Egyptian visa on arrival and travel to Philae.
Visit Philae Temple Complex
The Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, was an important religious and cultural center in ancient Egyptian civilization.
The First Pylon in the Philae Temple features impressive carvings of gods and pharaohs and intricate hieroglyphics.
The Hypostyle Hall in the Philae Temple is an impressive structure with massive columns adorned with beautiful carvings and hieroglyphics.
Map of Philae
Discover the Philae Temple Complex
- First Pylon: The monumental entrance to the temple features beautiful carvings of gods and pharaohs.
- Hypostyle Hall: An impressive structure with massive columns decorated with carvings and hieroglyphics.
- Second Pylon: The entrance to the inner sanctum of the temple.
- Sanctuary of Isis: The most sacred area of the temple, housing the statue of the goddess Isis.
- Chapel of Hathor: A smaller chapel dedicated to the goddess of love and motherhood, Hathor.
- Court of Offerings: A courtyard where offerings were presented to the gods.
- Temple of Augustus: A smaller temple dedicated to the Roman emperor Augustus.
- Trajan’s Kiosk: An open pavilion-like structure built by the Roman emperor Trajan.
- Birth House (Mammisi): A small temple dedicated to the divine birth of the gods.
Travel to Philae
List of tours in Egypt that travel to Philae.
Photos of Philae Temple
Images of the Philae Temple Complex and its mesmerizing structures in Egypt.