Temple of Horus at Edfu
Description
The best-preserved temple in Egypt, dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Built during the Ptolemaic period between 237 and 57 BCE, its reliefs and inscriptions provide an unparalleled record of temple rituals and mythology. The temple was buried under sand until the 1860s.
About the Greco-Roman (Ptolemaic)
Alexander's conquest led to the Ptolemaic dynasty, blending Greek and Egyptian traditions. Under Rome, Egypt became the breadbasket of the Empire.
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Location History
Original Location
Edfu (2nd Upper)
Site of the magnificent Temple of Horus, the best-preserved temple in Egypt.
Coordinates: 24.98°N, 32.87°E
Current Location
Edfu (2nd Upper), Egypt
As recorded in The Eternal Nile archive
Period
237 BCE – 57 BCE
Greco-Roman (Ptolemaic)Source & Attribution
Submitted by
Edfu Mission
Added to Archive
August 15, 2026
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The Eternal Nile Crowdsourced Archive
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Temple of Horus at Edfu
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Date Range
237 BCE – 57 BCE
Location
Edfu (2nd Upper)
Site of the magnificent Temple of Horus, the best-preserved temple in Egypt.
Era
Greco-Roman (Ptolemaic)
Submitted by
Edfu Mission
Added to Archive
August 15, 2026