Nile River Collection (page 5)

EGYPT: LUXOR. Several men with a boat on the Nile River at Luxor, Egypt, with the ruins of the ancient city of Thebes in the background. Photograph, late 19th century

EGYPT: TRAJANs KIOSK. Trajans Kiosk, built in the 1st century A.D. on the island of Philae in the Nile River, Egypt. Photograph, late 19th century

EGYPT: TEMPLE OF ISIS. View of the peristyle hall and the pylon gateway of the Temple of Isis, built in the 4th century B.C. on the island of Philae in the Nile River, Egypt

EGYPT: ABU SIMBEL. The statues of Ramesses II carved into the rock along the Nile River at Abu Simbel, Egypt. Photograph, late 19th century

EGYPT: ISLAND OF PHILAE. The Temple of Isis (left), built in the 4th century B.C. and Trajans Kiosk, built 1st century A.D. on the island of Philae in the Nile River, Egypt

EGYPT: ISLAND OF PHILAE. View of the island of Philae in the Nile River, Egypt. Photograph by Antonio Beato, c1880

CAIRO: NILE RIVER. A view of the Nile River with a typical passenger boat called a dahabeah moored by the shore, Cairo, Egypt. Photograph, mid or late 19th century

EGYPT: CAIRO. A boat moored with several people on board looking ashore, possibly near Roda Island, Cairo, Egypt. Photograph, mid or late 19th century

EGYPT: CAIRO. A toll bridge on the Nile River, Cairo, Egypt. Photograph, mid or late 19th century

NILE MOSAIC OF PALESTRINA. Detail of a late Hellenistic, c100 B. C. Roman mosaic
NILE MOSAIC OF PALESTRINA. Detail of a late Hellenistic, c100 B.C. Roman mosaic, a fanciful representation of the Nile River from Ethiopia to the Mediterranean

EGYPT: TEMPLE OF PHILAE. The Temple of Philae and Trajans Kiosk on the flooded island of Philae in the Nile River. Stereograph, c1908

Banks Of The Nile
circa 1930: Traffic on the River Nile at Luxor in east central Egypt. (Photo by Dudley Gordon/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

The Sphinx and Cheops Pyramid
A full side view of the sphinx, the oldest and, probably, the most famous monumental statues in the world and an iconic symbol of Ancient Egypt

Philae Temple, temple of Philae

Great Temple of Abu Simbel

The Great Sphinx in front of the the Great Pyramid of Giza

Panormaic view of the Tomb of the Dead in Aswan

The Giza pyramids viewed from distance in morning haze and blue skies

Abu Simbel
circa 1860: The smaller of the two temples at Abu Simbel, on the River Nile in southern Egypt. Originally carved from a sandstone cliff face

Felucca on the Nile River, Luxor, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Sudan, Relief Map with Border and Mask
Relief map of Sudan (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Course of Nile river in Lower Nubia, by Stefano Buonsignori, oil painting, 1575-1584
Italy - Tuscany region - Florence. Palazzo Vecchio, Hall of the Geographical Maps. Map of the course of Nile river in Lower Nubia, oil painting by Stefano Buonsignori 1575-1584

The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: the course of the Nile river
Cartography, 16th century. The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: the course of the Nile river, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Map of Northern Africa, Ptolemys Moon Mountains are indicated as source of Nile River
Cartography, 15th century. Map of Northern Africa. Ptolemys Moon Mountains are indicated as the sources of Nile River

The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: spring of the Nile river and Madagascar
Cartography, 16th century. The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: spring of the Nile river and Madagascar, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Nile river delta, Red Sea and Mount Sinai, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553
Cartography, 16th century. Nile river delta, Red Sea and Mount Sinai, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Egypt, The Temple of Philae known as the Pharaohs Bed, engraving based on a drawing by David Roberts from Egypt
Egypt, 19th century. The Temple of Philae known as the " Pharaohs Bed". Engraving based on a drawing by David Roberts (1796-1864), from " Egypt and Nubia", 1846-1850

Fresco portraying a Nilotic landscape with pygmies, detail, hippopotamus intent on devouring pygmy from the internal
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Fresco portraying a Nilotic landscape with pygmies. Detail: a hippopotamus intent on devouring a pygmy

Egypt, Thebes, Shaykh Abd al-Qurnah (Abd el-Qurna), Tomb of Senneferi (Sennefer), boat on river Nile, mural painting
Egypt - Ancient Thebes (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979). Shaykh Abd al-Qurnah (Abd el-Qurna). Tomb of Senneferi (Sennefer). Boat on river Nile, mural painting

Map of Nile river, drawing
Cartography. Course of Nile River. Color illustration

Egypt, Island of Philae, November 14, 1838, engraving based on a drawing by David Roberts from Egypt and Nubia
Egypt, 19th century. View of the Island of Philae, November 14, 1838. Engraving based on a drawing by David Roberts (1796-1864), from " Egypt and Nubia", 1846-1850

Italy, Lazio, Palestrina, Landscape with the Nile river, mosaic 2nd-1st Century B.C. Italy, Lazio, Museo Archeologico Prenestino (Archaeological Museum), Greek art

Egypt, Nile River, Nile River Cruise, Sun setting over the river

Cruising the nile river and the backdrop of the shoreline, with the desert just behind the Palms, Egypt

Cruising along the Nile River with the Sun Going down, Egypt

Columns & wall art Kom Ombo Temple, Along the Nile River, Egypt

The River Nile and sailing boats used as transportation, Egypt

Skyward view of entry pylons and giant figures, Temple of Philae, on Agilika, an island in the Nile River, near Aswan, Egypt

Hieroglyphs on columns, Temple of Philae, on Agilika, an island in the Nile River, near Aswan, Egypt

Skyward view of columns, Temple of Philae, on Agilika, an island in the Nile River, near Aswan, Egypt

Columns and pylons, Temple of Philae, on Agilika, an island in the Nile River, near Aswan, Egypt

Nile River and docked sightseeing boats, and distant Valley of the Kings, from modern day Luxor or ancient Thebes, Egypt

Pair of falukas and sightseers on Nile River at sunset, modern day Luxor, or ancient Thebes

EGYPT: ISLAND OF PHILAE. Map showing archaeological ruins and geographical features of the island of Philae, Egypt. Engraving by Louis Felix Penel, c1858

EGYPT: PYRAMIDS, c1780. Fanciful view of the Pyramids in Egypt. Line engraving from Charles Theodore Middletons Complete System of Geography, c1780

THORNTON: WATER LILY. The Blue Egyptian Water Lily (Nymphaea caerulea Savigny). Engraving by Joseph Constantine Stadler after a painting by Peter Henderson for The Temple of Flora

EGYPT: ABU SIMBEL, 1825. View of the two rock temples at Abu Simbel on the Nile River in Nubia, Egypt. Wood engraving from Giovanni Battista Belzonis Viaggi in Egitto ed in Nubia, Milan, 1825

THORNTON: LOTUS FLOWER. The Sacred Egyptian Bean, or lotus flowers (Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. and Nelumbo lutea). Engraving by Thomas Burke

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Discover the majestic Nile River, a timeless symbol of Egypt's rich history and natural beauty. 🌍🇪🇬 As you explore the Map of Egypt, your eyes will be drawn to the iconic Pyramids that proudly stand along the banks of this ancient river. These magnificent structures serve as a testament to the incredible engineering skills of our ancestors. Did you know that Admiral Horatio Nelson once sailed on these very waters? His presence adds another layer of historical significance to this legendary waterway. Luxor, a city steeped in history, offers breathtaking views of Nile cruise boats gracefully gliding past The Winter Palace Hotel, and is here where modern luxury meets ancient wonders. EXPL2A-00366 captures an enchanting moment showcasing the vibrant colors and unique patterns found in nature's masterpiece - the fahaka pufferfish. This fascinating creature thrives in the Nile River, adding even more diversity to its already impressive ecosystem. Take a step back in time with an Ottoman Empire lithograph from 1878. This antique map showcases not only Egypt but also Israel with captivating vignettes that transport you to another era. The Nile River itself takes center stage in yet another antique map, reminding us of its importance throughout history. Its winding path has witnessed countless civilizations rise and fall along its shores. Venture further upstream towards Ethiopia and witness Africa's Blue Nile River cascading down at Tisisat Falls near Lake Tana - truly a sight to behold. Here lies one of the sources that nourishes our beloved river downstream. Back in Luxor, immerse yourself in awe-inspiring sights such as Luxor Temple standing tall against the backdrop of the mighty River Nile, and is moments like these that make us appreciate both nature's grandeur and human ingenuity.