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Philae temple complex. Greek: Φιλαί; Arabic: فيلة; Coptic: ⲡⲓⲗⲁⲕ. The temple of Isis from Philae at its current location on Agilkia Island in the reservoir of the Aswan Low Dam. Shown within Egypt.
The Philae temple complex is one of Egypt’s most fascinating ancient sights. It was originally located on Philae Island, a sacred place with connections to the cult of Isis that date back thousands of years.
Although there are several temples and buildings located on Philae, the largest and perhaps the most famous is the Temple of Isis. Here, the ancient Egyptians worshiped Isis as well as Osiris and Horus (her son).
This is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Aswan area. To help you make sense of the site, use our visitor's guide to exploring the Philae Temple Complex. On This Page: First Pylon: The Temple Entranceway. Forecourt: The Temple's Main Courtyard. Second Pylon: Entry to the Inner Temple. Vestibule: Entering the Inner Temple.
Built during the reign of Ptolemy II (Egypt’s Greco-Roman Period), the Temple of Isis at Philae is dedicated to Isis, Osiris, and Horus. The temple walls contain scenes from Egyptian mythology of Isis bringing Osiris back to life, giving birth to Horus, and mummifying Osiris after his death.
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.
Philae. The monuments of Philae include many structures dating predominantly to the Ptolemaic Period (332–30 BC). The most prominent of these is a temple begun by Ptolemy II Philadelphus (285–246 BC), which he dedicated to Isis, the mother of Horus, the god of kingship.
Philae Temple. Philae in Greek or Pilak in ancient Egyptian, meaning ‘the end,’ defined the southernmost limit of Egypt. It was begun by Ptolemy II and completed by the Roman Emperors. The Temple was dedicated to the goddess Isis, the wife of Osiris and mother of Horus.
Philae Temple, The tiny island of Philae captured the imagination of countless travelers to Egypt from early times. Philae Temple was famed for its beauty...
The Philae Temple Complex was on the island of Philae and comprised of the main Temple of Isis, a number of smaller temples and shrines and a nilometer, which is a structure used during the annual flood season for measuring the Nile’s water level and clarity.