Monastery of St Simeon, Aswan

#12 among attractions in Aswan

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Monastery of St Simeon is a place located in Aswan (Aswan governorate) and belongs to the category of ruins.

It is situated at an altitude of 427 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 24°5'41"N latitude and 32°52'33"E longitude.

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Mausoleum of Aga Khan (mausoleum, 13 min walk), El Nabatat Island (island, 19 min walk), Gabal Tingar (nature, 21 min walk).

Coordinates: 24°5'41"N, 32°52'33"E

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Monastery of St Simeon – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Unfinished obelisk, Nubian Museum, Mausoleum of Aga Khan, Qubbet el-Hawa.

1.7 miSE
Massive obelisk in an ancient quarry
Unfinished obelisk, Aswan
45 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.
1.4 miSE
Historical and cultural Egyptian artifacts
Nubian Museum, Aswan
35 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...
0.5 miSE
Mausoleum
Mausoleum of Aga Khan, Aswan
13 min walk • Perched on a hill along the west bank of the Nile, the Mausoleum of Aga Khan is an exquisite example of modern Islamic architecture located in the tranquil city of Aswan, Egypt. This elegant pink granite structure is the final resting place of Sultan Muhammad Shah, Aga...
1 miNE
Archaeological site
Qubbet el-Hawa, Aswan
26 min walk • Nestled on the eastern banks of the Nile in Aswan, Egypt, Qubbet el-Hawa is a site of profound historical significance that whispers of the ancient past. This archaeological treasure trove comprises a cluster of rock-cut tombs belonging to the Old and Middle Kingdoms...
0.9 miSE
Pyramid
Pyramid of Elephantine, Aswan
23 min walk • The Pyramid of Elephantine is part of a group of seven very similar small step pyramids, along with the pyramids at Edfu South, el-Kula, Naqada, Saujet el-Meitin, Seila, and Sinki. All of these were built far from the main centres of Egypt and are very poorly understood.
0.9 miSE
Museum, Archaeological museum
Aswan Museum, Aswan
24 min walk • Aswan Museum is a museum in Elephantine, located on the south-eastern side of Aswan, Egypt. It was set up in 1912 by the British Egyptologist Cecil Mallaby Firth.
1 miSE
Temple
Temple of Satet, Aswan
26 min walk • The Temple of Satet or Satis was an ancient Egyptian temple dedicated to the goddess Satet, a personification of the Nile inundation. The temple was located on the Nile Valley island of Elephantine, Egypt.
1.1 miNE
24°6'10"N • 32°53'25"E
Tombs of the Nobles, Aswan
28 min walk • Ruins
0.7 miE
Island
El Nabatat Island, Aswan
19 min walk • El Nabatat Island or Kitchener's Island, is a small, oval-shaped island in the Nile at Aswan, Egypt. It is less than a kilometer long and its width is less than ½ a kilometer. The Aswan Botanical Garden is located on the island.
0.9 miE
River island with archaeological sites
Elephantine, Aswan
23 min walk • Elephantine is an island on the Nile, forming part of the city of Aswan in Upper Egypt. The archaeological sites on the island were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979 along with other examples of Upper Egyptian architecture including Abu Simbel and Philae.
1.4 miSE
24°4'47"N • 32°53'22"E
Nubian Museum, Aswan
35 min walk • Museum

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Which popular attractions are close to Monastery of St Simeon?

Nearby attractions include Mausoleum of Aga Khan, Aswan (13 min walk), El Nabatat Island, Aswan (19 min walk), Gabal Tingar, Aswan (21 min walk), Pyramid of Elephantine, Aswan (23 min walk).