Summer-Ends.de – travel destinations around the world

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In the course of time I have accumulated a number of places visited around the world. This website is primarily there to document these places for myself and to help a little with the memory. Mainly photos will be found here, but since 2018 also videos. In addition there are some travelogues, which were unfortunately never really finished, but will be completed in the future. The website starts with a tour to Florida in 2009. Through official visits I visited far more places than are shown on the map and were marked. However, I at least marked the most important places. For some there are no travel reports, photos or videos because the length of stay was simply too short or I had no desire to document something. The following places or regions were visited by me and have some content on this site:

2026-01-25

✨ Discovering Abydos — Journey to the Ancient Heart of Egypt, The Temple of Seti

The Temple of Seti I at Abydos is one of the most remarkable and spiritually significant monuments in ancient Egypt. Built during the 19th Dynasty by Seti I and later completed by his son Ramses II, the temple stands at the heart of a site long associated with the cult of Osiris. For thousands of years, Abydos was believed to be the burial place of Osiris, making it a sacred destination for pilgrims seeking blessings, protection, and hope for eternal life. The temple reflects this deep religious tradition, combining royal devotion, artistic mastery, and ancient myth in a way few other Egyptian monuments can.

2026-01-25

Philae Temple, Egypt | A Sacred Island on the Nile

Rising from the waters of the Nile on the island of Agilkia, the Temple of Philae is one of Egypt’s most enchanting monuments. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, it is a place where history, mythology, and beauty come together in a setting unlike any other. Surrounded by the river and framed by desert hills, Philae is not just a temple but an experience—a journey into the spiritual world of ancient Egypt and the dramatic story of how this sanctuary was saved from being lost forever beneath the waters of Lake Nasser.

2026-01-25

Elephantine Island & Felucca Cruise | Exploring Aswan on the Nile

A visit to Aswan is incomplete without stepping onto Elephantine Island and experiencing the Nile from the water. This island, lying directly opposite the city’s corniche, is one of the most evocative places in southern Egypt—a site where ancient temples, Nubian villages, and modern life meet in a unique harmony. Combined with a boat cruise on the Nile, it offers visitors a chance to connect with both the timeless beauty of the river and the deep history of the region.

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2025 USA II – Boston

Boston is the capital and largest city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, located in the north-eastern United States along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the oldest cities in the country and serves as a major cultural, educational, economic, and political center of New England.

2026-01-25

Aswan Night Market | Walking Through Egypt’s Vibrant Souk

When the sun sets over the Nile and the golden cliffs of Aswan fade into twilight, the city takes on a new rhythm. While the daytime is filled with feluccas sailing across the river, temple visits, and the stillness of the desert heat, the evenings belong to the Aswan Night Market—a vibrant, colorful, and atmospheric bazaar that perfectly captures the spirit of southern Egypt.

2026-01-25

Aswan, Egypt – Gateway to Nubia and the Temples of the Nile

Situated at the southern end of Egypt, Aswan is a city of striking contrasts—between desert and river, ancient and modern, tranquility and vitality. Resting on the banks of the Nile about 1,000 kilometers south of Cairo, Aswan has long been a frontier town, marking the traditional boundary between Egypt and Nubia. Its landscapes of golden sand, rocky outcrops, and emerald waters make it one of the most picturesque places along the Nile, while its rich history and vibrant culture make it a destination full of depth and charm.

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2025 USA I – 4 – Chicago II

Chicago is the largest city in the state of Illinois and the third most populous city in the United States. It is located in the Midwest region along the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan and functions as a major economic, transportation, and cultural hub for North America. Due to its central geographic position, Chicago has long served as a critical connection point between the eastern and western parts of the country.

2026-01-25

The Great Temples of Abu Simbel – Ramses II’s Legacy

In the far south of Egypt, near the border with Sudan, stands one of the most spectacular monuments of the ancient world: Abu Simbel. This temple complex, carved directly into a sandstone cliff more than 3,000 years ago, was built by Pharaoh Ramses II to honor the gods—and to glorify himself as one of Egypt’s greatest rulers. Today, Abu Simbel is not only an awe-inspiring feat of ancient engineering and artistry but also a modern symbol of international cooperation, thanks to the extraordinary efforts made in the 20th century to save it from the rising waters of the Nile.

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