Luggage and bags: I have a special fondness for Nubian children so I always take stuff for them when I visit. Instead of handing it out to the children I take it to the teachers of the school so that the children are not encouraged to beg. School supplies are greatly appreciated, pens, pencils, coloring books, crayons and the like. Hair ornaments are great for the girls and toys for the boys. Sweets are good but pls make sure that any candy you take does not contain gelatin as it is 'haram' (forbidden) in Islam.
Written Jul 31, 2009
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: The weather is still extremely warm in late October, and it can occasionally be quite warm in the evening. Temperatures in Aswan can reach over 100 degrees even in March and April! (The coolest months in Aswan are December January and February). Take sandals and light breathable clothing and short-sleeved shirts. The same goes for women dress as conservative as possible, no dresses and skirts above the knee. Save all swimwear for cruise ships and resort areas.
Toiletries and Medical Supplies: During the day use sunscreen.
Miscellaneous: Drink lots of bottled water
Updated Apr 30, 2008
Luggage and bags: Take a small bag pack with you for day trips...you will want/need something to put your bottled water in...as well as things like your camera and anything you might buy during the day.
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Take good walking shoes...you will walk a lot! And also take some comfortable cool clothes for the hot weather you'll almost definitely get there.
Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Take some sunscreen...you will need it and the sun in Egypt bites quickly!
Photo Equipment: Take heaps of film or memory cards for your camera...you will need it!!
Updated Sep 6, 2006
Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Aswan is very very hot, it's Egypt sunniest southern city and it could reach 40 degree during summer.
A good sunblock is advisable. Pack it along and smear it all over your face! =P
Written Nov 25, 2004
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I visited Aswan twice in 1983 and in 1999. In november 1997 the Nubia Museum opened its doors. Only this museum maked it worth to visit Aswan again. It's a really must see. It was also nice to see...
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Aswan is considered one of the most picturesque places in Egypt. It is located on the distance about 900 kilometers from Cairo and 200 kilometers from Luxor. In days of pharaohs Aswan was the southern...
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Aswan is a beautiful city in Southern Egypt. A whole lot smaller, quieter and prettier than Cairo and Luxor, it is a place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Nile. We unfortunately only had 1 day...
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