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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan ASWAN, EGYPT
Step into the legendary site where King Fouad once entertained guests and Agatha Christie sipped cocktails between novels: the five-star Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel. In the Nubian Desert on the banks of the Nile, opposite Elephantine Island, the majestic hotel sits on a pink granite cliff overlooking the world’s longest river. This hotel is ideal for romantic getaways, as well as small summits and corporate meetings. Just before the close of the 19th century, The Old
Cataract announced its inauguration in December 1899, featuring the latest state-of-the art amenities and luxury interiors that could accommodate 60 guests. By 1900, after undergoing a prosperous enlargement, the hotel could accommodate twice as many guests, and Aswan became the new must- visit for stylish travellers and meditation seekers. The second most famous thing about the
Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan is the series of significant events that have taken place there and the incredible guest lists of celebrities that it has welcomed and hosted over 11 decades. The matchless interiors that were designed exclusively
for the Old Cataract have won the hotel a name for combining heritage with style. Every time the sun completed an orbital rotation, the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan marked the Egyptian skies with a unique new star. Among the prestigious guests that have
frequented the hotel are Mohamed Shah Agha Khan III, the Tsar of Russia, Nicolas II, the Duke of Connaught, third son of Queen Victoria, Lord and Lady Cromer, Sir Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie. Man of Egypt’s royal family have also stayed at the hotel, such as Khedive Abbas Helmy and King Farouk, the last king of Egypt. If you can tear yourself away from the beauty of
the magnificent Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, a world of fascination awaits you. Elephantine Island and the Aswan Museum are at your feet. The rock Tombs of Amarna, where ancient Egyptian nobles are buried, are close to the hotel. Other attractions to tempt you during your stay include the Nubian Museum, the Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk. After a day of sightseeing, return to indulge in excellent cuisine and wines.
DON’T MISS Enjoy a unique culinary experience at 1902 restaurant, where beautifully presented dishes are complimented by attentive service
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KEY FEATURES • Restaurant 1902 • Sofitel spa • Infinity swimming pool overlooking the Nile
• King Fouad’s Corner restaurant
KEY ACTIVITIES • Signature spa treatments • Indoor swimming pool • Felouka ride • Elephantine Island • Nubian Museum • Philae Temple
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