Temple of Kalabsha Aswan | Nubian & Roman Architecture

Temple of Kalabsha

This Temple of Kalabsha which is found just beside the High Dam in Aswan is one of the highly preserved ancient Temple of Nubian architecture and influence of Romans in ancient Egypt. It was constructed; the temple however was originally constructed in Roman period and was constructed by Emperor Augustus and it was dedicated to Mandulis, the Nubian sun god. Despite the fact that this construction was never finished, there was a lot of interest in the elaborate reliefs and inscriptions around the walls and demonstrated an intriguing mixture of the Pharaonic and the Roman art.

Touring this temple gives the traveler a special opportunity of viewing another undocumented yet equally fascinating part of Egyptian history. The fact that it together with other Nubian monuments were relocated by the UNESCO led salvage operation speaks of its importance. The temple is located at the shores of Lake Nasser, with panoramic view which is peaceful and also has a rich history attached to it therefore a perfect place to visit during a leisurely nile cruise alone in the dahabiya.

Kalabsha is not very loud as opposed to the traffic of Luxor or Cairo sites and that is why some guests get to admire the beauty of the architecture without any disturbances. The intricate sculpture of the gods, pharaohs, and Roman emperors provides understandings on the cultural integration at the moment. The scenic beauty and the well-maintained set up of the temple become nothing short of magical when it is accessed after a leisure ride on sola dahabiya nile cruise.

Travellers often decide to enjoy the sola dahabiya nile cruise due to the comfort and close contact with the secrets of the hidden treasures such as Kalabsha. These smaller boats will dock nearer to less-popular temples which will create a more individual experience. On a sola dahabiya nile cruise tourists usually are provided some guided tours to some of these historic sites and they will have the ideal narration that will make the history of ancient Egypt come out alive.

The searchers of harmony and culture will find their golden moments while enjoying the sola dahabiya nile cruise in Egypt and the sightseeing of the Temple of Kalabsha that is regarded as the time traveling that brings forth the memorable moments of the Egyptian culture