The Temple of Philae, dedicated to the worship of the goddess Isis, is one of the most charming ancient Egyptian temples of all time. Numerous tourists from all over the globe visit the Temple of Philae as part of their travel packages in Egypt.
The grand temple of Philae was constructed during the 3rd century BC and completed in the 1st century. Moreover, several Ptolemies added chapels and decorations to the temple afterward. August Caser, Roman Emperor also constructed a temple for Isis on the island dedicated to her. Due to the spread of the worship and cult of Isis, spread for centuries until Egypt became a Christian province in the 6th century AD. This started a new chapter for Philae that was used for Coptic rituals.
Since the construction of the Aswan Dam in 1902, the water of the River Nile started surrounding the temple and the Philae Island. The building of the High Dam made the situation even worse. They encouraged the Egyptian government to begin a campaign to relocate the Temple of Philae to its current location over Agilkia Island.
The Temple of Philae is located near the High Dam in Aswan. Tourists who travel to Egypt visit the temple by taking motorboats that reach the island on an amazing Nile River cruieses trip.
The Philae Temple is one of the distinctive ancient Egyptian constructions. It is featured with marvelously decorated stone columns with magnificent stone capitals.
There is also the huge first pylon with inscriptions showing the Ptolemies achieving victory over enemies. The temple hosts several wonderful chapels and details that startle tourists who visit it from various continents all over the globe.
Don't forget to take a deluxe tour of The Temple of Philae, the most famous temple in the world, during your Luxor day tour.
