Nilometer

At the southern end of Roda Island in the Monastirli Palace complex stands the ancient Nilometer built in 861 AD Like others built before it millennia ago it was designed to measure the rise and fall of the Nile River and thus predict the harvest This site is one of the many Things to do in Egypt for history enthusiasts.

Historical Importance

The Nilometer has a Turkish style pointed dome a reconstruction from the time of King Farouk after the previous one was destroyed by Napoleon’s troops The device is important because it predicts the harvest if the water reached 16 cubits (about the length of a forearm) it meant a good harvest and was one of the biggest celebrations of the medieval era. If the water rose higher it meant disaster and if lower hunger This historical significance makes it a must see during any Cairo day tours.

The Measuring Device

The measuring device is a graduated column below the Nile’s level at the bottom of a steep staircase Visitors can go down the stairs to see the column up close The measurements were very important for ancient Egyptian agriculture and economy Exploring the Nilometer can be a fascinating part of your Egypt travel packages.

Visitor Information

Entrance is on Sharia Al Malek As Salih Tickets must be purchased from the site guard who will then accompany you down the path to the Nilometer building as it is usually closed between visits Adding this site to your Egypt holiday packages or Egypt private tours ensures a unique experience This attraction is ideal for those seeking Egypt luxury tours that combine historical depth with exclusivity.