Aswan
Aswan is often referred to as the “Gateway to Africa,” which hints at its location and unique character. Situated at the southernmost point of Egypt, Aswan is located at the first cataract of the Nile, a section of the river that is too shallow and rocky for navigation.
As a result, Aswan has always been considered a frontier between Egypt and Nubia, which was once known as the Kingdom of Kush. It is the last stop in Upper Egypt, approximately 250 km from Luxor, the main city in this historic region.
