Lake Nasser Collection

Temple of Philae on an island in Lake Nasser, Nile River, Aswan, Egypt, Africa

High Dam, Aswan, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Egypt, Abu Simbel, Statues and Temple of Ramses II, main chamber, reliefs

toursit walking through the Temple of Philae on an island in Lake Nasser, Nile River, Aswan, Egypt, Africa

Tourist walking throuhg the Temple of Philae on an island in Lake Nasser, Nile River, Aswan, Egypt, Africa

Guradian at the Temple of Philae on an island in Lake Nasser, Nile River, Aswan, Egypt, Africa

Egypt, Abu Simbel, Temple of Nefertari and Hathor

Ibsamboul, Les Deux Speos;Nubie, 1849 / 51, printed 1852. Creator: Maxime du Camp
Ibsamboul, Les Deux Speos; Nubie, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 101 from the album " egypte, nubie, palestine et syrie" (1852)

Philae, taken from the pylon of the Great Temple, c. 1880 (b / w photo)
498334 Philae, taken from the pylon of the Great Temple, c.1880 (b/w photo) by Sebah, J. Pascal (1823-1886); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philae is an island in Lake Nasser, Egypt.); Lebanese

The Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae, c. 1907-10 (w / c on paper)
492663 The Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae, c.1907-10 (w/c on paper) by Somerscales, John (1846-1945); 16.5x28 cm; Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire

General View of Philae, c. 1880 (b / w photo)
498354 General View of Philae, c.1880 (b/w photo) by Sebah, J. Pascal (1823-1886); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philae is an island in Lake Nasser, Egypt)

Philae, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
498355 Philae, c.1860-80 (b/w photo) by Beato, Antonio (1832-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philae is an island in Lake Nasser, Egypt)

Excavated Temple of Abu Simbel, from "Egypt and Nubia", Vol. 1 (litho)
STC67179 Excavated Temple of Abu Simbel, from " Egypt and Nubia", Vol.1 (litho) by Roberts, David (1796-1864); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

Upper Egypt, south of Aswan. Abu Simbel Temple of Ramses II (World Heritage Site), columns in interior chambers

carving of the Egyptian God Horus
beautiful carving of the Egyptian God Horus on a wall at the Temple of Philae, Lake Nasser

The Great Temple of Ramses II, Abu Simbel, Egypt

Temple of Hathor at Abu Simbel
The Temple of Hathor built by Ramses II beside the Sun Temple to honor his wife Nefertari at Abu Simbel

A temple guardian stands in front of the facade of Abu Simbel. The entire site was moved 200m in the 1960s in order to save it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser

Egypts Lake Nasser
January 23, 2005 - Egypts Lake Nasser, centered roughly at 22.64 degrees north latitude and 32.45 degrees east longitude. Sunglint on the lake makes it more easily visible

Amada, 6: 50am, 12 February 1867, (pen and brown ink with wc over graphite)
XYC306198 Amada, 6:50am, 12 February 1867, (pen and brown ink with wc over graphite) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); 9x17.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Amada, 7: 10 am, 12 February 1867, 1867 (pen and brown ink with w / c over graphite)
XYC306199 Amada, 7:10 am, 12 February 1867, 1867 (pen and brown ink with w/c over graphite) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); 9x17.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Gift of Donald Gallup

View of the Temples at Abu Simbel, Nubia, engraved by Augustine Aglio (1777-1857)
XZL151172 View of the Temples at Abu Simbel, Nubia, engraved by Augustine Aglio (1777-1857) (engraving) by Belzoni, Giovanni Battista (1778-1823) (after); Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

The Great Temple of Abu Simbel
The Great Temple at Abu Simbel carved out of the mountain viewed from boat on Lake Nasser view point

Panoramic view of the Sun Temple and the Temple of Hathor at Abu Simbel
Panoramic view of Great Temple and Temple of Hathor carved out of the mountainside at Abu Simbel

Falcon-headed sun god Ra-Harakhty at Abu Simbel
Statue of the falcon-headed sun god Ra-Harakhty above the entrance to the Sun Temple at Abu Simbel

Colossus of Ramses II at the Great Temple of Abu Simbel
Colossus of Ramses II on the Great Temple facade at Abu Simbel

Frontal view of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel fronted by four colossi of Ramses II viewed from boat on Lake Nasser

Egyptian pylon fronting the Temple of Isis at Philae on Lake Nasser
Temple of Isis, the beautiful Ptolemaic/Roman centerpiece of Philae fronted by an Egyptian pylon

Relief of Isis and her son Horus at Temple of Isis in Philae
Well-preserved carved relief of Isis and her son Horus at Temple of Isis in Philae

Entrance to the Temple of Isis with two stone lions, the centerpiece of Philae

The picturesque Shallal village on Lake Nasser, which is where the boats to Philae depart from

Courtyard flanked by colonnades at the Temple of Isis in Philae
Entrance and courtyard flanked by well-preserved colonnades at the Temple of Isis in Philae

Well-preserved carved relief of the pylon at the Temple of Isis in Philae

Fine reliefs at the Temple of Isis in Philae
Fine wall reliefs at the Temple of Isis in Philae

The Kiosk of Trajan on the island of Philae served as the royal landing for the temple

Italy, Sardinia Region, Marble idol from Senorbi
Nuraghic civilization, Neolithic, Italy, Sardinia Region. Marble idol from Senorbi. Height 42 cm

Egypt, Nubia, Abu Simbel, Large Temple with statues of Ramses II and Lake Nasser
Egypt - Nubia - Abu Simbel (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979), Large Temple with the statues of Ramses II and Lake Nasser

Jeeps cover the wide expanse of desert between Lake Nasser and the town of Wadi Halfa, Sudan, Africa

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Lake Nasser, located in Aswan, Egypt, is a breathtaking reservoir formed by the construction of the High Dam. This man-made wonder not only serves as a vital source of water and electricity for the region but also holds within its depths an incredible history waiting to be explored. One of the most captivating sights on the Temple of Philae. Situated on an island amidst the Nile River, this ancient temple dedicated to Isis showcases remarkable architectural beauty that has withstood the test of time. As tourists walk through its hallowed halls they can transported back in time, marveling at intricate reliefs and statues that depict stories from Egyptian mythology. Guardians stand watch over this sacred site, their presence adding an air of mystique to the surroundings. Their unwavering commitment to preserving this historical gem ensures that visitors can immerse themselves fully in its grandeur. Not far from Philae lies another awe-inspiring attraction - Abu Simbel. The colossal statues and temples dedicated to Ramses II leave travelers spellbound. The main chamber boasts impressive reliefs depicting scenes from ancient Egyptian life and mythology. For those seeking a deeper connection with history, Ibsamboul offers a glimpse into 19th-century exploration through Maxime du Camp's lens. His photographs capture Les Deux Speos in all its glory – a testament to human curiosity and fascination with antiquity. As we travel further back in time through archival images like "Philae taken from the pylon, " "The Temple of Isis on Philae Island, " "General View of Philae, " and "Philae c. " We witness how this enchanting place has captivated people across generations. Lake Nasser beckons adventurers looking for more than just scenic beauty; it invites them into an immersive experience where past meets present.