- Philae temple complex - Wikipedia
The Philae temple complex ( ˈfaɪliː ; Ancient Greek: Φιλαί or Φιλή and Πιλάχ, Arabic: فيلة Egyptian Arabic: [fiːlæ], Egyptian: p3-jw-rķ' or 'pA-jw-rq; Coptic: ⲡⲓⲗⲁⲕ, ⲡⲓⲗⲁⲕϩ, [1][2] Coptic pronunciation: [ˈpilɑk, ˈpilɑkh]) is an island-based temple complex in the reservoir of the Aswan Low Dam, downstream of the Aswan Dam and Lake Nasser, Egypt
- The Temples of Philae - Ancient Egypt Online
Philae is an Egyptian island located in Lake Nasser During ancient Egyptian times, Philae was the cult center of Isis It measures only about 1,500 feet by 500 feet Due to its vulnerability to flooding, high walls with granite foundations were constructed around the island and its temples
- Philae | Ancient Egyptian Temple, Nile River, Aswan | Britannica
Philae, island in the Nile River between the old Aswan Dam and the Aswan High Dam, in Aswān muḥāfaẓah (governorate), southern Egypt Its ancient Egyptian name was P-aaleq; the Coptic-derived name Pilak (“End,” or “Remote Place”) probably refers to its marking the boundary with Nubia
- Exploring the Philae Temple Complex: A Visitors Guide
Egypt's ancient center for the cult of Isis, the Temples of Philae were venerated from the Pharaonic era through the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine periods with each ruler making their own additions to the stones here
- Philae Temple Complex, Egypt: The Complete Guide - TripSavvy
Find out about the Philae temple complex including the Temple of Isis Discover the Egyptian attraction's history, relocation story and how to visit
- The Temple of Philae: Sanctuary of Isis, the Rosetta Stone and the Last . . .
Philae is called the Temple of Isis because it was built specifically to honor goddess Isis, one of the main four deities in ancient Egyptian religion along with Seth, Nephthys and Osiris
- Philae Temple Egypt: Everything You Need to Know Before You Visit (2025)
Philae Temple is one of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks, dedicated to the goddess Isis It’s important because it was a major center of worship in ancient times and one of the last places where hieroglyphs were written
- Philae Temple: Enchanting Island of Ancient Egyptian Mysticism
Philae was a major center of the Isis cult, drawing pilgrims from across the ancient world The temple’s inscriptions narrate the legend of Osiris, Isis, and Horus, a story of love, betrayal, and divine justice
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