I am afraid that I was disappointed in the Sound and Light Show at Philae temple. I couldn't understand it properly and what I could understand was very corny. I think that a day visit would be better so at least you can see the temple better and get photo's. more
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Traveler Description: The buildings on this island were removed and relocated when the island was submerged upon construction of the High Dam in the 1960s.
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Attraction type: Ancient ruins,
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( 1-3 of 3 )
Dec 2, 2007
Well worth a Visit if you are in the Aswan.Great selection of Temples.Give your self a Min of a hour to visit. Dont book up with a tour just get a Cab.Normally 80-100 EPounds return trip. Pictures on my website. [--] more
Sep 4, 2005
3/3 found this review helpful
I went to the Island of Philia and thought it was a most wonderful place, i went to the sound and light show thier, and it was magical, you could almost see the gods talking, it moved me to tears, it is an experiance i would love to have again, i just wish they would have let me stay there... more
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