Lake Nasser

　　Lake Nasser is a large reservoir located in southern Egypt and northern Sudan, and is one of the largest artificial lakes in the world. Strictly speaking, only the portion within Egyptian territory (which accounts for 83% of the total area) is called Lake Nasser, while the part in Sudan is known as “Lake Nubia.”

　　The lake is named after Gamal Abdel Nasser, Egypt’s first president following independence, who in the 1950s oversaw the construction of the iconic Aswan High Dam. The dam blocked the flow of the Nile River, causing water levels to rise and forming Lake Nasser. It is the seventh-largest reservoir in the world, stretching approximately 550 kilometers in length, reaching its widest point of 35 kilometers near the Tropic of Cancer, covering an area of 5,250 square kilometers, and holding 157 cubic kilometers of water.

　　At the northernmost outlet of Lake Nasser, the Nile River surges forward, rushing toward the Mediterranean Sea with unrestrained enthusiasm—much like the black pharaohs of the ancient Kingdom of Nubia leading their armies northward to conquer Egypt. Today, Lake Nasser has become a renowned scenic destination, featuring vast, endless blue waters and breathtaking natural landscapes along its shores. Visitors can take a cruise to leisurely enjoy the picturesque views on both sides of the lake.

　　Lake Nasser Reason to visit: One of the largest artificial reservoirs in the world Continent: Africa Country/Region: Egypt Province/State: Aswan Governorate