Philae Temple Sound & Light Show in Aswan

Journey through the past and uncover the mystery surrounding the name Philae. Philae originates from the ancient Egyptian term (Pilak).

Philae, originally known as Pilak in ancient Egyptian, has intrigued historians for centuries. Located in the Aswan region of Egypt, Philae Island was dedicated to the goddess Isis and marked the southernmost navigable point of the Nile, symbolizing the boundary between Upper and Lower Egypt.

The island’s most famous monument is the Temple of Isis, a major religious center built during the Ptolemaic era and expanded by the Romans. Pilak, meaning "the end" or "boundary," reflects the island's position at the edge of Egypt's kingdom. Isis, revered as the goddess of magic, fertility, and protection, was central to the temple’s role.

When the construction of the Aswan High Dam in the 1960s threatened to submerge Philae, UNESCO led an effort to relocate the temples to nearby Agilkia Island, preserving this important site.

Skip the lines and book your tickets in advance for the Philae Temple Sound & Light Show. Be sure to collect your QR tickets from the supplier at least one day before your visit. The QR code from excursionmania is a booking confirmation, not an entry ticket—your supplier will send the valid QR code, authorized by the Ministry of Tourism, the day before your visit. If you book on the same day, the supplier will contact you directly.

On the day of your visit, a security check may be required. Simply present your QR code to the staff for access. If there are any issues with your ticket, contact your supplier immediately.

Take a journey through history with the Philae Temple Sound & Light Show, available in 10 languages, and uncover the ancient secrets of this iconic site.