Edfu Temple

The Temple of Edfu is an Egyptian temple located on the west bank of the Nile in Edfu, Upper Egypt.

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Facts about Edfu temple

One of the best-preserved temples in all of Egypt is Edfu Temple, which is a key destination for tourists on our Egypt tours. It is one of the biggest temples devoted to the deity Horus and was constructed in his honour. The temple was the location of a significant celebration known as the "Festival of Walking Forth by Day" during the Ptolemaic Dynasty (305 BC – 30 BC). Your discovery of Egyptian legend, including the Eye of horus, will astound you if you choose to visit the Edfu temple as part of your Egypt day tours.

The temple lies at Edfu, which can be reached by automobile from Aswan in about two hours. Public transit can be fairly unreliable, making a hired vehicle or cab the most dependable method to get there. When you arrive at Edfu, which is part of our Egypt travel packages, you will be able to see the enormous temple complex from the opposite bank of the river. You must buy a ticket in order to visit the temple, which has an entrance on the east side.

Inside the temple, you will find a number of chambers and courtyards. The most impressive part of the temple is the Hypostyle Hall, which has 32 columns decorated with hieroglyphs and info about Egyptian gods and goddesses. Be sure to also check out the Chapel of Hathor, which has some beautiful reliefs depicting Horus and Hathor.

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History of Edfu Temple

The first stage of construction began under Ptolemy III and was completed under Ptolemy IV. The second stage, which added the main sanctuary and pylon, was begun under Ptolemy V and finished under Ptolemy VI. The third and final stage saw the completion of the innermost chambers and the addition of the outermost court; this work was carried out under Ptolemy XII. All this historical information will be more relevant and clear during our Egypt Cultural tours. The temple was built on top of much older ruins dating back to Ramses III, and was constructed over the course of 180 years under a variety of rulers during the Ptolemaic period in Egypt.

Despite its long history, much of the Edfu temple’s original decoration has been preserved. This is due in part to its remote location and also to the fact that it was used as a storage house for grain during medieval times, which protected it from looting.

Today, the Edfu temple is a popular tourist destination and must be seen for any traveler during our Egypt Easter tours.

The Architecture of Edfu Temple

Experience our Egypt Spiritual tours to discover the architecture of Edfu temple, which includes a number of different features.

One of the most notable features of the Edfu temple is its massive size. The temple covers an area of over 37,000 square meters. It is one of the largest temples in Egypt.

The inner sanctum of Edfu temple contains a number of chambers and halls. One of these chambers contains a statue of Horus that is over five meters tall. This statue was originally painted in bright colors, but these have faded over time. After you finished this Egypt Budget tours What do you think about taking a day tour of St Simon monastery in Aswan?  

How do I get to the Temple of Edfu?

The temple complex consists of a series of buildings surrounded by a wall. The entrance is through a gatehouse that leads into an open courtyard. From here, you can enter the Hypostyle Hall, which has 16 columns decorated with reliefs depicting scenes from Egyptian mythology. Beyond the Hypostyle Hall is the Sanctuary of Horus, where the statue of Horus was once housed.

To visit Edfu Temple, you will need to purchase a ticket with your family from the Aswan Visitors Center. Tickets are valid for 24 hours and allow you to visit all of the temples included in our Egypt family tours. The best time to visit Edfu Temple is early in the morning or late in the afternoon when it is not too hot outside.

Conclusion

The Edfu Temple is a must-see for anyone visiting during Aswan day tours, Egypt. With its rich history and impressive architecture, the temple is an amazing example of ancient Egyptian culture. If you have the chance to visit, be sure to take the time to explore Edfu temple during your Egypt excursions.