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All Egypt Aswan

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Aswan

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Aswan, Egypt

Updated July 14, 2022

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Partially uncovered obelisk

Aswan, Egypt

Unfinished Obelisk

The largest known Ancient Egyptian obelisk.
Stones at the original Nabta Playa site

Aswan, Egypt

Nabta Playa Stone Circle

This North African stone complex is considered to be the oldest astronomical observatory on Earth.
Monastery of St. Simeon

Aswan, Egypt

Monastery of St. Simeon

This 7th-century monastery was sacked by Saladin.

Aswan, Egypt

King Jamaica Restaurant and Cafe

This eatery is emblematic of the connection between Jamaica and Nubia.
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The view from the Nile.

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Tombs of the Nobles

A network of ancient Egyptian tombs built into the cliff face along the Nile.
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Aswan, Egypt

King Jamaica Restaurant and Cafe

This eatery is emblematic of the connection between Jamaica and Nubia.
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