Trip to Egypt, April 2005Philae, Around the Temple Grounds2 Some of the Roman remains on the island; the Gate of Diocletian  The western side. To the right is the ruins of Hadrianīs Gate.  Advancing, we reach the backside of the Mammisi. To the left are the stairs leading down into the Nilometer. 
Coming round to the Outer Court and the Western colonnade once more.  Sticking to the shade in the Eastern, unfinished colonnade.  Closeup you can see several columns having been left in different stages of completion.  Leaving, we pass by the Eastern side of the island. The Kiosk of Trajan to the right, a wellknown landmark.  Iīll be back. The Return |