The notebook of Kom Ombo and Gebel Silsila
See the city change over the hours.
Kom Ombo and Gebel Silsileh connect temple of the Nile, collections related to crocodile and ancient quarries. The river and archaeological areas have separate accesses; do not presume a boat service.
At your own pace
Identity summary
1 to 2 days
Winter · Spring · Autumn
Recommended car
Heritage · River
Limited accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Kom Ombo and Gebel Silsila
Kom Ombo and Gebel Silsileh connect temple of the Nile, collections related to crocodile and ancient quarries. The river and archaeological areas have separate accesses; do not presume a boat service.
Check access, reservations and opening hours with the site before visiting.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Kom Ombo Crocodile Museum
- Gebel Silsila quarries and shrines
Before you choose
- Check access, reservations and opening hours with the site before visiting.
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Ancient temple
Kom Ombo Temple
The temple of Kom Ombo presents a double organization and reliefs near the Nile. The rooms and open paths follow the instructions of the manager.
Museum
Kom Ombo Crocodile Museum
The Crocodile Museum presents mummified objects and animals related to ancient religious practices. Respect the rules of conservation and photography.
Archaeological site
Gebel Silsila quarries and shrines
Gebel Silsileh preserves traces of extraction and monuments in the cliffs of the Nile. Land and river accesses are not guaranteed and must be organized separately.
Practical tips
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