Nubian Museum, Aswan

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Nubian Museum is a place located in Aswan (Aswan governorate) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 371 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 24°4'47"N latitude and 32°53'22"E longitude.

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Nubian Museum (museum, 1 min walk), Temple of Satet (temple, 10 min walk), Aswan Museum (museum, 11 min walk).

Coordinates: 24°4'47"N, 32°53'22"E

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Nubian Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Unfinished obelisk, Nubian Museum, Mausoleum of Aga Khan, El-Tabia Mosque.

0.4 miSE
Massive obelisk in an ancient quarry
Unfinished obelisk, Aswan
11 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.
~0 ftN
Historical and cultural Egyptian artifacts
Nubian Museum, Aswan
1 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...
0.9 miNW
Mausoleum
Mausoleum of Aga Khan, Aswan
23 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...
0.9 miNE
Sacred and religious sites, Mosque
El-Tabia Mosque, Aswan
24 min walk • The El-Tabia Mosque in Aswan, Egypt, stands as an emblem of the city's rich cultural tapestry and religious heritage. Noted for its distinctive architecture, this mosque serves both as a place of worship and a landmark that captures the essence of Aswan's Islamic...
0.5 miNW
Pyramid
Pyramid of Elephantine, Aswan
13 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.
0.4 miNW
Museum, Archaeological museum
Aswan Museum, Aswan
11 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.
~1880 ftNW
Temple
Temple of Satet, Aswan
10 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.
1.4 miNW
24°5'41"N • 32°52'33"E
Monastery of St Simeon, Aswan
35 min walk • Ruins
1 miN
Island
El Nabatat Island, Aswan
25 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.
0.7 miN
River island with archaeological sites
Elephantine, Aswan
18 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 miS
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.

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Which popular attractions are close to Nubian Museum?

Nearby attractions include Nubian Museum, Aswan (1 min walk), Temple of Satet, Aswan (10 min walk), Aswan Museum, Aswan (11 min walk), Unfinished obelisk, Aswan (11 min walk).