Aswan is the ancient city of Swenett, later known as Syene, which was in ancient times the ancient frontier city of Egypt facing south.
Tourism in Aswan is not only ancient monuments, but there are many important milestones in Aswan, and the bright sun of Aswan is the most important landmark of this charming city where European tourists come to seek warmth from their country’s frosts in the winter, and also therapeutic tourism flourishes in Aswan as well as recreational, and in which reserves Natural landscapes, great waterfalls and also the High Dam symbolize the struggle and success of the Egyptian people for development and prosperity.
The city is part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the category of Crafts and Folklore.