Nubia Collection

Map of Africa illustrating travels of explorers
A map of Africa which illustrates the travels of the explorers Livingstone, Stanley and Cameron

Map of Africa illustrating travels of explorers
A map of Africa which illustrates the travels of Livingstone, Stanley and Cameron. Date: 19th Century

Arab empire, mid-700s
Empire of the Arab Caliphs, middle of the 8th century. Printed color lithograph

Temple of Philae on an island in Lake Nasser, Nile River, Aswan, Egypt, Africa

Kiosk of Trajan in the foreground, Temple of Isis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Philae Island, Aswan, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, c19th century. Artist: David Roberts
The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, 19th century. A plate from Egypt and Nubia, Volume 1. Found in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

General View of the Island of Philae, Nubia November 1838. After watercolour by David Roberts (1796-1864) Scottish artist and orientalist. Temple Ancient Egypt Archaeology Religion Mythology Ruin

Grand Portico of the Temple of Philae - Nubia, 1842-1849 (tinted lithograph)
985994 Grand Portico of the Temple of Philae - Nubia, 1842-1849 (tinted lithograph) by Roberts, David (1796-1864); 62.5x45 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Ramses II Temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Hypostyle Hall, Temple of Hathor and Nefertari, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Nubian painted village near Aswan, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Tourists in front of the Temple of Re-Herakhte, built for Ramses II, also known as the Sun or Great Temple of Ramses II, Abu Simbel, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Abu Simbel, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Temple of Ramasses (Ramses) II (Ramses the Great), at night, Abu Simbel, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Pyramid with rock carvings, Meroe, Sudan, Africa

Egypt, Abu Simbel, Statues and Temple of Ramses II, main chamber, reliefs

Egyptian Art (engraving)
8644760 Egyptian Art (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egyptian Art. Illustration for Architecture, Sculpture)

View of Egypt and Nubia: The Hypethrum Temple in the island of Philae
JEB4833994 View of Egypt and Nubia: The Hypethrum Temple in the island of Philae.; (add.info.: View of Egypt and Nubia: The Hypethrum Temple in the island of Philae)

Young Nubian woman and Ababde man. Ethiopian mixed-race people. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an
FLO4605235 Young Nubian woman and Ababde man. Ethiopian mixed-race people. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith from his Natural History of the Human

Naked Nubian people (Coubli or Barabra) from beyond the Nile falls (Southern Egypt and Sudan)
FLO4620749 Naked Nubian people (Coubli or Barabra) from beyond the Nile falls (Southern Egypt and Sudan). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Statue of Ramses II from Abu Simbel rock temple
3480446 Statue of Ramses II from Abu Simbel rock temple; (add.info.: Statue of Ramses II from Abu Simbel rock temple in Nubia, southern Egypt)

West Africa, 1679
2902124 West Africa, 1679; (add.info.: West Africa, 1679.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Egypt, Arabia, Petra - Abyssinia, 1885
2902112 Egypt, Arabia, Petra - Abyssinia, 1885; (add.info.: Inset of the Suez Canal. Egypt, Arabia, Petra - Abyssinia, 1885.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

The great frontier fortress at Semneh or Semna, Nubia, Egypt erected by Khakaure Senusret III
3033756 The great frontier fortress at Semneh or Semna, Nubia, Egypt erected by Khakaure Senusret III, aka Senwosret III or Sesostris III

Map of the Middle East (Middle East) in antiquity, birth of civilization. We see the territories of: Egypt, Nubia
NWI4860542 Map of the Middle East (Middle East) in antiquity, birth of civilization. We see the territories of: Egypt, Nubia, Ethiopia, the Red Sea, Babylon, Phenicia, Tyre, Mesopotamia, Armenia

Africa: Egyptian relief, transport of prisoners, im Nubia (b/w photo)
8664764 Africa: Egyptian relief, transport of prisoners, im Nubia (b/w photo) by Bernatzik, Hugo Adolf (1897-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egyptian relief, transport of prisoners, im Nubia)

Houses of the Nubians, early 19th century. Natives smoking pipes and sitting in the shade under palm trees
FLO4619772 Houses of the Nubians, early 19th century. Natives smoking pipes and sitting in the shade under palm trees. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrario's

Interior of the Abu Simbel rock temples to Pharaoh Ramesses II (Ramses Ii) and his queen Nefertiti, Nubia
FLO4568965 Interior of the Abu Simbel rock temples to Pharaoh Ramesses II (Ramses Ii) and his queen Nefertiti, Nubia, southern Egypt

By the Nile in Nubia (colour litho)
8644753 By the Nile in Nubia (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: By the Nile in Nubia. The Ibis, Giraffe, Hippopotamus, Crocodiles and Baboons)

Abu Simbel rock temples to Pharaoh Ramesses II and his queen Nefertiti, Nubia, southern Egypt
FLO4568958 Abu Simbel rock temples to Pharaoh Ramesses II and his queen Nefertiti, Nubia, southern Egypt. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder

Map of Ethiopia showing five African states, c.1690 possibly after G. Blaeu's "Grooten Atlas" of 1648-65
BAL42830 Map of Ethiopia showing five African states, c.1690 possibly after G. Blaeu's "Grooten Atlas" of 1648-65; O'Shea Gallery, London, UK.

Agilkia Island, Aswan, Egypt. Carvings on columns at the Philae Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Agilkia Island, Aswan, Egypt. Carvings on a column at the Philae Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Abu Simbel, Aswan, Egypt. Colorful basket souvenirs at a tourist shop. (Editorial Use Only)

Agilkia Island, Aswan, Egypt. Capital of a column carved like a palm, at the Philae Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Abu Simbel, Aswan, Egypt. Colorful basket souvenirs at a tourist shop. (Editorial Use Only)

Nubian Female Figure, Egypt, Late Period, 25th Dynasty (711 - 600 BCE) or later. Creator: Unknown
Nubian Female Figure, Egypt, Late Period, 25th Dynasty (711 - 600 BCE) or later

Untitled (Gentleman In Eastern Costume With Nubian Model), 1858. Creator: Roger Fenton
Untitled (Gentleman In Eastern Costume With Nubian Model), 1858

toursit walking through the Temple of Philae on an island in Lake Nasser, Nile River, Aswan, Egypt, Africa

The moon in the desert of Nubia, SUDAN.Muslims pray.1888 (engraving)
7305340 The moon in the desert of Nubia, SUDAN.Muslims pray.1888 (engraving) by Roux, George (1853-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: The moon in the desert of Nubia)

Nubian desert. Northern Sudan tribe. 1888 (engraving)
7305375 Nubian desert. Northern Sudan tribe. 1888 (engraving) by Roux, George (1853-1929); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ramses II at Kadesh in center, Reliefs, Temple of Hathor and Nefertari, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Egypt - River Nile - Capturing a crocodile. As with picture 10270850, there is a certain degree of scepticism in this captioners mind as to the validity of the beast which is being grabbed...!

A Bishari Hamite, Nubian Desert, between the Nile and the Red Sea, 1912. Artist: JP Sebach
A Bishari Hamite, Nubian Desert, between the Nile and the Red Sea, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

Interior of the Great Temple, Abu Simbel, 19th century. Artist: George Moore
Interior of the Great Temple, Aboo-Simbel, 19th century. View inside the temple of Abu Simbel built by Rameses II showing some of the colossal statues

Tourist walking throuhg the Temple of Philae on an island in Lake Nasser, Nile River, Aswan, Egypt, Africa

Guradian at the Temple of Philae on an island in Lake Nasser, Nile River, Aswan, Egypt, Africa

Sobek and Haroeris temple (2nd-1st century BC), Kom Ombo, Egypt

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Nubia: A Rich Tapestry of History and Culture Embark on a journey through the captivating land of Nubia, where ancient wonders and vibrant traditions await. This region, located in North Africa, holds a significant place in history, as evidenced by its numerous landmarks and archaeological sites. As we explore Nubia's past, let us begin with a map that traces the footsteps of intrepid explorers who ventured into this mysterious land. From the Arab empire in the mid-700s to present-day expeditions, these maps reveal the allure that has drawn adventurers for centuries. One such marvel is the Ramses II Temple at Abu Simbel - an awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in Egypt's Nubian region. Its grandeur stands as a testament to Ramses II's power and architectural prowess. The temple complex also features the Kiosk of Trajan and Temple of Isis – both remarkable structures showcasing intricate designs. Further along our journey lies Lake Nasser's tranquil waters, home to Philae Island and its magnificent Temple of Philae. This island sanctuary offers respite amidst breathtaking surroundings while preserving ancient Egyptian heritage within its walls. The Grand Portico beckons visitors with its timeless beauty captured vividly in a 19th-century lithograph. Venturing deeper into Nubia reveals more hidden gems like the Hypostyle Hall at Abu Simbel's Temple of Hathor and Nefertari – another UNESCO World Heritage Site adorned with stunning hieroglyphics depicting tales from long ago. But it is not just monumental architecture that defines Nubia; it is also found within its people. A visit to a painted village near Aswan allows us to witness firsthand their vibrant culture and artistic expressions passed down through generations. As tourists gather before the imposing Temple of Re-Herakhte or bask under starlit skies illuminating Ramesses II’s temple at night, they become part of Nubia's ongoing story.