Kitchner's Island
(Plant
Island, Gizirat al-Nabatat, Plantation Island, Gizirat al-Bustan,
Botanical Gardens)
Kitchner's Island is a botanical garden, filled with exotic
plants and trees imported from all over the world.
It is a perfect place to spend a lazy afternoon in the shade.
The island must be reached by boat, and is located on the other
side of Elephantine Island from Aswan.
The Island was given to Lord Kitchner for his campaigns in the
Sudan, and he moved their and created his garden, importing
plants and trees from all over the world.
Today, the Egyptian government operates this popular tourist
destination. |