This Ptolemaic temple, built : August 23, 237 BC between 237 and 57 BC, is one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in Egypt. Preserved by desert sand, which filled the place after the pagan cult was banned
It is part from their geographical location, all belong to the Ptolemaic period with Esna, Edfu and Kom Ombo
It is located on the west bank of the Nile in Edfu, Upper Egypt
Dedicated to the god Horus of Behedet, lord of Edfu, the Temple of Horus is the most famous monument at Tell Edfu. Due to its completeness and state of preservation, it is the best example of Ptolemaic temple building in Egypt. The temple is oriented from south to north, measuring little over 140mlong and occupying an area of about 7000