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Northern Quarries, Aswan

#22 among attractions in Aswan

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Northern Quarries (address: Al Mohammedeya, Sheyakhah Thalethah, Qism Aswan) is a place located in Aswan (Aswan governorate) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 518 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 24°3'55"N latitude and 32°54'1"E longitude.

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Unfinished obelisk (historical place, 22 min walk), Aswan Stadium (sport, 26 min walk), Nubian Museum (museum, 31 min walk).

Coordinates: 24°3'55"N, 32°54'1"E
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Al Mohammedeya, Sheyakhah Thalethah, Qism AswanAswan Egypt

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Northern Quarries – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Unfinished obelisk, Nubian Museum, Shellal, Nubian Museum.

  • unfinished obelisk aswan0.9 miN
    Massive obelisk in an ancient quarry

    Unfinished obelisk, Aswan

    22 min walk • The Unfinished Obelisk, nestled in the ancient city of Aswan in Egypt, stands as a testament to the grandeur of the country's bygone eras. This archaeological site is significant for its historical insight into the stone-carving techniques used by the ancient Egyptians.

  • nubian museum aswan1.2 miNW
    Historical and cultural Egyptian artifacts

    Nubian Museum, Aswan

    31 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Aswan, Egypt, the Nubian Museum serves as a stunning repository of the rich history and vibrant culture of the Nubian people. Since its inauguration in 1997, the museum has been an essential destination for anyone interested in the deep roots of...

  • shellal philae location map
    1.5 miSW
    Archaeological site

    Shellal, Philae

    39 min walk • Shellal is a small ancient village on the banks of the Nile, south of Aswan in Upper Egypt. It was the traditional northern frontier of the Nubian region with both the Egyptian Empire and the Roman Empire.

  • nubian museum aswan1.2 miNW
    24°4'47"N • 32°53'22"E

    Nubian Museum, Aswan

    31 min walk • Museum

  • aswan stadium1 miW
    Sport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue

    Aswan Stadium, Aswan

    26 min walk • Aswan Stadium is a stadium in Aswan, Egypt. It has a capacity of 11,000 spectators. It is the home of Aswan SC.

Where to next? Visit aswan Aswan region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Egypt.

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