Temple of Kalabsha
Discover the Temple of Kalabsha, a stunning ancient site in Aswan dedicated to the Nubian god Mandulis, showcasing remarkable architecture.
Historical Overview
The Temple of Kalabsha is one of the largest surviving temples of Lower Nubia. The principal standing sanctuary was begun in the early Roman period under Augustus and dedicated to the Nubian god Mandulis, incorporating and replacing earlier sacred structures. In the 1960s it was dismantled and reconstructed at New Kalabsha to save it from the waters of Lake Nasser.
Why Visit?
Include Temple of Kalabsha when its historical, cultural or landscape value matches your interests and it fits naturally into the same Aswan travel cluster.
What to See
- Main Kalabsha temple
- Roman-era reliefs
- Christian crosses
- Lake Nasser setting
Getting There
Destination
معبد كلابشة
من فضلك وديني معبد كلابشة
Media Gallery
Temple of Kalabsha / Temple of Mandulis at New Kalabsha.
Good to Know
Visitor Warnings
- Heat: High