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The Mandarin Oriental Old Cataract hotel is perched on granite cliffs overlooking islands in the River Nile.

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Mandarin Oriental Revitalizes Aswan's Old Cataract

The legendary Old Cataract in Aswan, Egypt, is undergoing a significant renovation. Mandarin Oriental's stewardship promises to elevate this historic Nile-side property, addressing criticisms of its dated interiors.

E. ASHWORTH·2 min read

Aug 30, 2026