Temples of Philae Island
Monuments Philae, Philae Temple Complex, Temples of Philae IslandEgypt, Aswan
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Temples of Philae Island
Monuments Philae, Philae Temple Complex, Temples of Philae IslandEgypt, Aswan
The temples of Philae Island include the temples of Isis, Hathor, Nectanebo I and Trajan's Pavilion. The main religious building - the temple of Isis - is decorated with large images of Ptolemy XII.
In the 70s of the 20th century, the temples were moved to the island of Agilika due to the construction of the Upper Dam Aswan Hydroelectric Complex. The topography of Philae Island was accurately recreated here.
In the 70s of the 20th century, the temples were moved to the island of Agilika due to the construction of the Upper Dam Aswan Hydroelectric Complex. The topography of Philae Island was accurately recreated here.
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