Tombs of the Nobles
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A network of ancient Egyptian tombs built into the cliff face along the Nile.

šŸ“œ A network of ancient Egyptian tombs built into a cliff face along the Nile.
šŸ” Also known as Qubbet el-Hawa, located across the river from Aswan.

Why Go

šŸ›ļø Explore hundreds of rock-cut tombs of high-ranking Egyptians with ancient carvings and hieroglyphics.
šŸŽØ Discover Christian murals and Muslim monuments alongside ancient art.
ā³ Discover tombs dating back 3,800 years, some explorable.
šŸ’” Gain insights into Old and Middle Kingdom culture from inscriptions.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Paths are quite steep, challenging for some visitors.
šŸ« Camel rides offered, but animals may not be well treated.

Cost

šŸ’° Entrance 60EgP. Ferry 10EgP each way. Free for children below 6, Egyptians with special needs, and Egyptians above 60. Photography with mobile phone is free. Entrance fee includes a guide.

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily, 06:00 am - 05:00 pm (summer), 06:00 am - 04:00 pm (winter/Ramadan).

Getting There

ā›“ļø Take public ferry from Nile Cruise terminal.

Tips

ā° Arrive at least one hour before closing time to ensure entry.
šŸ†” Students must present a valid ID (age not exceeding 24).

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