1972 Press Photo Temple Art in Philae, Egypt - noc25351

Temple Art in Philae, Egypt. The walls of the ancient Egyptian temples at Philae are adorned with pharanic art depicting the lives of the gods -- and with water marks from changing levels of the Nile River. For the last 50 years, tourists have had the unique chance to study nearly 2,000 years of art in relative comfort, at eye level from a boat.

Photo is dated 1972.

Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches.