Introducing Nile Valley
Measuring 6680km in length, the Nile is the world’s longest river. It brought the nation of Egypt into being and its banks are clustered with the temples and tombs of the country’s illustrious past. Luxor and Aswan are the (well-deserved) jewels in the crown and few can resist time spent on the water itself.
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For an insight into the ancient cult of Isis, head to Philae (Agilkia Island), where her splendid temple is located. Beni Hasan necropolis, 20km south of Minya, is also worth a visit for the intriguing light it sheds on ancient Egyptian politics. Meanwhile, Al-Balyana is the jumping-off point for one of Egypt's most beautiful monuments, the Temple of Seti I. As per many places in the region, be prepared for a heavy police presence.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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Re: Budget Accomodation in Luxor
by jeanfromboston2 13 September 2011
Depends on what you mean by midrange. We liked the Nile Valley Restaurant and Hotel on the west bank. Good included breakfast on the…
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Rafting Jinja/Nile vs Zambezi?
by stebed 13 September 2011
It seems these two offered a very comparable experience in the past, but now with the new dam being built on the Nile do they still compare?…
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Re: Ferry from Aswan to Waidi Halfa Sudan - my experience
by itchyfeet38 10 September 2011
There is actually a website for the ferry though it's not easy to find. It gives info on prices departure dates etc under the Nile Valley…
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