Edfu

Edfu is an ancient Egyptian city located along the Nile River, famous for its well-preserved temple dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god. Built mainly between 237 BCE and 180 CE, the Temple of Edfu is one of the largest and most complete temples from Egypt’s Ptolemaic period. It served as a religious center where rituals and ceremonies honoring Horus took place. The city’s archaeological remains include inscriptions and sculptures that reveal insights into ancient Egyptian mythology, religion, and daily life, making Edfu an important site for understanding Egypt’s rich cultural history.