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ASWAN: Tombs of the Nobles Decorations inside are not as rich as what can be seen in locations like Beni Hassan, but they are older here.Also, these tombs are interesting by the fact that decorations deal far more with everyday life than f.x. the royal tombs of Luxor.Admission is EŁ12 and EŁ10 for camera permit per tomb, open 7.00-17.00 daily. Access is by ferry EŁ0.25 each way. After visiting the tombs, it is very popular to ascend to the popular Muslim shrine above, the Qubba el-Hawa. Tomb of Sirenput 2, the best preserved wall-painting of the Temple of the Nobles. Sirenput is seated and receives flowers from his son.  The larger tombs have staircases going all the way down to the Nile. Processions crossed the Nile on boats, then carried offerings up the staircase and performed rituals mainly in front of the tombs.  Offering table, with a blood gutter.
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