Nile Valley Collection

Queen Hatshepsuts Temple, Luxor, Egypt
Aerial view from hot air balloon of Queen Hatsheputs Temple, Valley of the Queens

Looking down on the island of Philae and its temples, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Looking down on the island of Philae and its temples, Egypt, 1905. Over on the right is the square kiosk which the natives call Pharaohs Bed; it has no roof and never was finished

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

Egypt, Luxor, Dendara, Temple of Hathor

Nubian sailor on his felucca boat on the Nile River, Aswan, Upper Egypt, Egypt, Africa

Egypt, Luxor, West Bank, Medinat Habu Temple

Egypt, Upper Egypt, Aswan, Agilkia Island, Philae Temple Complex, Temple of Isis

Egypt, Aswan, Old Town Souq, Market

Egypt, Aswan, Feluccas and Nile River ad dawn

Egypt, Upper Egypt, Aswan, River Nile

Egypt, Abu Simbel, Temple of Nefertari and Hathor

Egypt, Aswan, Felucca and Nile River

Egypt, Aswan, Philae, Temple of Isis

Egypt, Edfu, Temple and Statue of Orus (the Hawk God, Protector of Osiris)

Egypt, Kom Ombo, Dual Temple of Sobek and Haroerus, Hypostyle Hall

Egypt, Luxor, Karnak, Temple of Amun, Great Hypostyle Hall

Egypt, Luxor, Luxor Temple, Avenue of Sphinxes

Egypt, Upper Egypt, Aswan, Old Town Souk

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At sunrise, hot air balloons hover above the Nile

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Looking west towards the Valley of the Kings at sunrise

The Sphinx and the Pyramids, label from a fez box, c. 1910 (colour litho)
CHT175140 The Sphinx and the Pyramids, label from a fez box, c.1910 (colour litho) by Bohemian School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tourists at the pyramids in Egypt, label from a fez box, c. 1914 (colour litho)
CHT175137 Tourists at the pyramids in Egypt, label from a fez box, c.1914 (colour litho) by Austrian School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Caravan of Tourists Being Photographed in Front of the Sphinx at Giza (colour litho)
CHT175138 Caravan of Tourists Being Photographed in Front of the Sphinx at Giza (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

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EGYPT, Nile Valley, Luxor West Bank of Nile. Green lush crops in front of barren hills

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EGYPT, Nile Valley, Thebes Valley of the Nobles. Tomb of Nakht the scribe and astronomer of Tuthmosis IV. Detail of interior wall painting depicting birds and animals

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EGYPT, Nile Valley Sheep grazing on the banks of the River Nile upstream of Aswan

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EGYPT, Nile Valley, Karnak Precinct of Amun. Statues of Middle Kingdom Pharaohs in Cachette Court

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EGYPT, Nile Valley, Karnak Precinct of Amun. Detail of relief carving and hieroglyphics along wall of building

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EGYPT, Nile Valley, Aswan Feluccas on the Nile. View of Felucca sailing among the boulders off Elephantine Island with the Mausoleum of the Aga Khan in the background

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EGYPT, Nile Valley, Thebes Temple of Hatshepsut. Elevated view from limestone cliffs over the temple with visitors walking on ramped entrance

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EGYPT, Nile Valley, Luxor Luxor Temple. Obelisk and statue of Ramesses II

Cheops from the fertile Valley of the Nile, Egypt, 1896. From The Underwood Travel Library - Egypt. [Underwood & Underwood, London, New York, 1896]

Aswan and the island of Elephantine as seen from the western cliffs, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Assuan and the island of Elephantine as seen from the western cliffs, Egypt, 1905. Stereoscopic card. Detail. From a series called Egypt Through the Stereoscope, text by James H Breasted

Looking down the Nile from the western cilffs of Thebes, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Looking down the Nile from the western cilffs of Thebes, Egypt, 1905. Here sailed forth the fleets of the Theban princes against those of Assuit

The winnowing of the grain after threshing, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The winnowing of the grain after threshing, Egypt, 1905. Here is the next step in the process of harvesting in Egypt, The mixture of broken straw

Threshing in Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Threshing in Egypt, 1905. The farm where we find this Egyptian peasant threshing his grain is in the fertile Nile valley of lower Egypt. Stereoscopic card. Detail

The beautiful Temple of Hathor at Denderah, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The beautiful Temple of Hathor at Denderah, Egypt, 1905. Here before us is one of the best preserved temples in Egypt. The part which we see was built under the Roman Emperor Tiberius

Assiut, the largest city of Upper Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Assiut, the largest city of Upper Egypt, 1905. Stereoscopic card. Detail. From a series called Egypt Through the Stereoscope, text by James H Breasted

View from the summit of the Great Pyramid, Giza, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
View from the summit of the Great Pyramid, Giza, Egypt, 1905. Looking east across the Nile valley. Stereoscopic card. Detail

The second cataract of the Nile as seen from the southwest, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The second cataract of the Nile as seen from the southwest, Egypt, 1905. Stereoscopic card. Detail. From a series called Egypt Through the Stereoscope, text by James H Breasted

Looking down on the river past the front of Abu Simbel temple, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Looking down on the river past the front of Abu Simbel temple, Egypt, 1905. [The temple] was wrought by Ramses II, the author of the most colossal works in Egypt

Kasr (Qasr) Ibrim and a view down the Nile in Nubia, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Kasr (Qasr) Ibrim and a view down the Nile in Nubia, Egypt, 1905. Stereoscopic card. Detail. From a series called Egypt Through the Stereoscope, text by James H Breasted

The Aswan dam as seen from the Philae temple, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The Aswan dam as seen from the Philae temple, Egypt, 1905. Stereoscopic card. Detail. From a series called Egypt Through the Stereoscope, text by James H Breasted

The island of Philae, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The island of Philae, Egypt, 1905. Stereoscopic card. Detail. From a series called Egypt Through the Stereoscope, text by James H Breasted

Watching a sand whirlwind from the top of Hawara pyramid, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Watching a sand whirlwind from the top of Hawara pyramid, Egypt, 1905. What a picture of desolation! And yet we are standing in the midst of one of the most fertile tracts in the world

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The Nile Valley, a treasure trove of ancient wonders and breathtaking landscapes. From the majestic Queen Hatshepsut's Temple in Luxor to the enchanting island of Philae with its magnificent temples, this region is steeped in history and beauty. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Abu Simbel as you gaze upon the colossal statues and intricate reliefs adorning Ramses II's temple. Feel a sense of awe at Dendara's Temple of Hathor, where ancient Egyptian mythology comes alive through stunning architecture. As you sail along the Nile River on a traditional felucca boat, let the tranquil waters carry you past picturesque scenes. Witness firsthand the skillful navigation of Nubian sailors who have mastered these timeless vessels for generations. Venture to Medinat Habu Temple on Luxor's West Bank and marvel at its well-preserved ruins that whisper tales from centuries ago. Explore Agilkia Island's Philae Temple Complex, dedicated to Isis, goddess of magic and motherhood – an oasis amidst Egypt's bustling cities. Indulge your senses at Aswan's Old Town Souq, where vibrant markets offer spices, textiles, and handicrafts that reflect Egypt’s rich cultural heritage. And as dawn breaks over Aswan’s Feluccas on the Nile River, experience a moment of serenity like no other. Let Upper Egypt captivate you with its natural beauty – from lush riverbanks to towering palm trees lining the shores. Finally, stand before Abu Simbel once more but this time be enchanted by Nefertari and Hathor’s temple – an architectural masterpiece paying homage to two powerful queens. In every corner of the Nile Valley lies evidence of an extraordinary civilization that thrived here millennia ago. Discover their legacy as you traverse this timeless land where history meets splendor at every turn.