The building is unique because its ‘double’ design meant that there were courts, halls, sanctuaries and rooms duplicated for two sets of gods. Some additions to it were later made during the Roman period. It was constructed during the Ptolemaic dynasty, 180–47 BC. The Temple of Kom Ombo is an unusual double temple in the town of Kom Ombo. I’d like to go up the Nile, wouldn’t you?’
Construction began around 690 BC, and it was one of the last outposts where the goddess was worshipped. Built to honour the goddess Isis, this was the last temple built in the classical Egyptian style. ‘Simon and Linnet Doyle set off on their expedition to Philae…’Īfter lunch we will take a short boat trip to visit Philae Temple. Our trip to the Aswan High Dam will be followed by lunch at a local restaurant. Our second stop today is to Egypt’s modern example of construction on a monumental scale, the controversial Aswan High Dam and Lake Nasser, one of the world’s largest artificial lakes. ‘Mrs Otterbourne and her daughter had made the expedition to the Dam…’ You will also visit the Nubian villages of Siou and Koti making a peaceful change to the bustle of Aswan. On the southern end of Elephantine Island you will find the site of ancient Abu, an important ancient trading town. Our first stop today is Elephantine Island. ‘Hercule Poirot decided to pass the remaining two hours before lunch on the island of Elephantine…’
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