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Travel to Temple of Edfu, located in present-day Egypt, is a must-see destination for history and archaeology enthusiasts. You can travel to Edfu, a city along the west bank of the Nile River, and discover a place that was an important religious and cultural center in ancient Egyptian civilization. The official name of this UNESCO site in Egypt is the Temple of Edfu Archaeological Site.
When you visit Edfu, you can explore the impressive ruins of the Edfu Temple, a well-preserved Ptolemaic temple dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Our tours in Egypt departing from Luxor offer the opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the fascinating Edfu Temple.
Temple of Edfu Egypt
“Edfu was an important city in ancient Egyptian civilization and a center for worship of the falcon god Horus (Ptolemaic Period).”
Curiosities about Edfu:
- The Edfu Temple is located in present-day Egypt along the west bank of the Nile River.
- Edfu was an important religious and cultural center in ancient Egyptian civilization.
- The Edfu Temple, a well-preserved Ptolemaic temple, is dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
- In the 19th century, French archaeologist Auguste Mariette rediscovered the ruins of the Edfu Temple.
- Today, the Edfu Temple is a popular tourist destination.
- You can obtain an Egyptian visa on arrival and travel to Edfu.
Visit Temple of Edfu Archaeological Site
The Edfu Temple was a well-preserved Ptolemaic temple dedicated to the falcon god Horus. It was an important religious and cultural center in ancient Egyptian civilization.
The Hypostyle Hall in the Edfu Temple was an impressive structure featuring massive columns decorated with carvings of gods, pharaohs, and hieroglyphics.
The Sanctuary of Horus in the Edfu Temple was the most sacred area of the temple, housing a statue of the god Horus and the sacred bark used during festivals.
Map of Edfu Temple
Discover the Edfu Temple
- Pylon: The monumental entrance to the temple featuring two towers.
- Hypostyle Hall: An impressive structure with massive columns decorated with carvings and hieroglyphics.
- Festival Hall: A large hall where religious ceremonies and festivals take place.
- Sanctuary of Horus: The most sacred area of the temple housing a statue of the god Horus and the sacred bark.
- Chapel of Hathor: A smaller chapel dedicated to the goddess of love and motherhood, Hathor.
- Offering Hall: A room where offerings were presented to the gods.
- Hall of Vestments: A room where the priests stored their ceremonial clothing.
- Crypts: Underground chambers that store sacred texts and ritual items.
- Birth House (Mammisi): A small temple dedicated to the divine birth of Horus.
Travel to Temple of Edfu
List of tours in Egypt that travel to Edfu.
Photos of Edfu Temple
Images of the Edfu Temple Archaeological Site and its impressive structures in Egypt.
