Edfu Collection (page 4)

Relief depicting the God Horus on left and the Goddess Hathor on right, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Relief depicting the God Anubis, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Relief of a Priest, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Relief depicting Horus on left, Pylon, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Relief depicting the Pharaoh slaying enemies, Pylon, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Granite falcons, Pylon, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The Temple of Edfu, 1855. : lithograph after watercolour by Lord Wharncliffe c1855
The Temple of Edfu, 1855.: lithograph after watercolour by Lord Wharncliffe c1855. Egypt

Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the Ancient Egyptian falcon-headed god Horus. Photographed in 1860s during work of Auguste Mariette-Bey (1821-1881)

Scarab beetle and vulture wings under disk of the sun. Limestone relief, Edfu

Giant statue of the Ancient Egyptian falcon-headed god Horus, Edfu

Portico of the sandstone Temple of Edfu (Idfu or Behdet) dedicated to falcon-headed god Horus. Lithograph after watercolour by Scottish artist David Roberts (1796-1864) dated 28 November 1838

Sandstone Temple of Edfu (Idfu or Behdet), Upper Egypt, dedicated to falcon-headed god Horus. Watercolour by Scottish artist David Roberts (1796-1864). Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Egypt, Aswan Governorate, Edfu, Temple of Horus, Entrance and pylon
Egypt - Idfu (Edfu). Temple of Horus. Entrance and pylon

Egypt - Edfu. Ptolemaic era (305 b. c. -30 b. c. ). Temple of Horus. Pronaos
Egypt - Edfu. Ptolemaic era (305 b.C. -30 b.C.). Temple of Horus. Pronaos, statue of God Horus as falcon wearing the double crown of Egypt

Egypt, Edfu, Temple of Horus, pronaos with statue of god Horus in form of hawk surrounded by double crown
Egypt - Edfu - Temple of Horus. The pronaos with a statue of the god Horus in the form of a hawk surrounded by the double crown. Ptolemaic Period

Temple of Horus. EGYPT. QUENA. Edfu. Temple of Horus (237-57 BC), Ptolemaic Dinasty. Egyptian art. Ptolemaic period

Giant figures and hieroglyphs on pylons of main entrance to Temple of Horus, at Edfu, Egypt

Pylons and main entrance to Temple of Horus, at Edfu, Egypt

Statue of falcon, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Bas relief on the walls, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Falcon statue, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, january

Defaced reliefs, Passage of Victory, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, january

Horus Temple, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Detail, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Upper Egypt, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Temple of Horus, Edfu, Upper Egypt, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Temple Pylon at Edfu, Egpyt
Edfu, was capital of the second nome of Upper Egypt. Photograph by Lionel Coates

Camel market, Edfu, Egypt. Photograph by Lionel Coates

Inner temple, Edfu Temple, Egypt
Inner temple, Edfu Temple, dedicated to the sun god, Horus, in the form of a falcon wearing the double crown. Photograph by Lionel Coates

Horus the Falcon God
A statue of the Egyptian god HORUS, in the form of a falcon in front of the outer Pylon of the Horus Temple Edfu, Egypt, with reliefs of Horus and his wife Hathor

Crowds of tourists in front of the entrance pylon of the temple at Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The front of the Temple of Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

In the temple of Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Interior, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Statue of Horus the falcon outside the doorway to the sandstone Temple of Horus at Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Statue of Horus at entrance to the Horus Temple, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Entrance, Horus Temple, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Pylon, temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Pylon, the temple of Horus, archaeological site, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Forecourt and pylon, the temple of Horus, archaeological site, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa

Statue of Horus, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The Statue of Horus (the falcon god), at the Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Falcon headed Horus statue, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, North Africa

Edfu Temple / Egypt / C. 1800
The remains of the Temple at Edfu (known to early travellers as Apollinopolis Magna)

Egypt / Temple of Edfu
The Temple of Edfu

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"Exploring the Majestic Temple of Edfu: A Glimpse into Ancient Egyptian Mythology" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of ancient Egypt as you step foot into the remarkable Temple of Edfu, located in the enchanting city of Edfu, Egypt. This magnificent temple stands as a testament to the rich history and religious beliefs that once thrived in this land. As you enter through its grand entrance, your eyes are immediately drawn to a stunning statue of the falcon, sacred bird of Horus, guarding the gateway. This awe-inspiring sight sets the tone for what lies ahead – an extraordinary journey through time. Inside, intricate bas-reliefs adorn every corner, depicting scenes from Egyptian mythology. On one side stands Goddess Hathor with her graceful presence while on the other side God Horus exudes power and strength. These beautifully carved reliefs offer a glimpse into their divine stories and symbolize their significance within ancient Egyptian culture. Venturing further into this architectural marvel leads you to discover the Sanctuary of Horus – a sacred space where worshippers would pay homage to this revered deity. The air is thick with spirituality as you witness devotees offering prayers and performing rituals that have been passed down through generations. The Temple itself is an astonishing feat of engineering and design. Built during Egypt's Victorian period by Ptolemy III and completed under Ptolemy XII's reign, it showcases exceptional craftsmanship that has stood against time for centuries. Its grandeur leaves visitors spellbound as they marvel at its colossal columns reaching towards heaven. Every inch tells a story; every detail whispers secrets from long ago. As you gaze upon each relief depicting gods and goddesses engaged in epic battles or engaging in acts of creation, you can't help but feel connected to these ancient legends that shaped civilizations. The Great Temple at Edfu serves not only as an archaeological treasure but also as a gateway to understanding the profound spiritual beliefs of ancient Egyptians.