Elephantine, Aswan

Name: Elephantine
Address: Aswan, Egypt

#15 among attractions in Aswan

Island, Unesco

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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. ()

Local name: إلفنتين Unesco: from 1979Area: 21.05 acres (0.0329 mi²)Coordinates: 24°5'23"N, 32°53'19"E

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Elephantine – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

1 miSE
Massive obelisk in an ancient quarry
Unfinished obelisk, Aswan
25 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.
0.7 miS
Historical and cultural Egyptian artifacts
Nubian Museum, Aswan
18 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...
0.6 miW
Mausoleum
Mausoleum of Aga Khan, Aswan
16 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...
0.7 miE
Sacred and religious sites, Mosque
El-Tabia Mosque, Aswan
18 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...
0.9 miN
Archaeological site
Qubbet el-Hawa, Aswan
23 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...
~1870 ftSW
Pyramid
Pyramid of Elephantine, Aswan
10 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 miSW
Museum, Archaeological museum
Aswan Museum, Aswan
10 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.
~1990 ftS
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.
0.9 miN
24°6'10"N • 32°53'25"E
Tombs of the Nobles, Aswan
24 min walk • Ruins
0.9 miW
24°5'41"N • 32°52'33"E
Monastery of St Simeon, Aswan
23 min walk • Ruins
~1540 ftNW
Island
El Nabatat Island, Aswan
8 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.

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Which popular attractions are close to Elephantine?

Nearby attractions include El Nabatat Island, Aswan (8 min walk), Pyramid of Elephantine, Aswan (10 min walk), Temple of Satet, Aswan (10 min walk), Aswan Museum, Aswan (10 min walk).

How to get to Elephantine by public transport?

The nearest stations to Elephantine:

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Aswan (29 min walk)