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How old is the Temple of Edfu?
The Temple of Edfu in Egypt was built during the Ptolemaic period, between 237 and 57 BCE.
Why was the temple of Horus built?
Ptolemy III is credited with having begun the building of the great temple dedicated to Horus at Edfu; he does not say why - perhaps politics.
How tall is the temple of Horus at Edfu?
36 meters.
How many of the statues of horus still guard the temple of horus at edfu?
At least three: Horus at the entrance to the large courtyard Horus' in front of the pylon of Edfu temple
Who made edfu temple?
It was built by the Ptolemiac (Greek) rulers of Egypt. It was started in 237BC by Ptolmey III and not completed until 57BC during the reign of Ptolemy XII. Although the rulers were Greek the style of the temple is Ancient Egyptian which had not changed for thousands of years.
Who designed the temple of Horus?
We don't know that, though Ptolemy III is credited with having begun the building of the great temple dedicated to Horus at Edfu.
Why is the temple of horus famous?
The Temple of Edfu, which is dedicated to the Egyptian god Horus, is famous for being the largest temple dedicated to Horus. It was also used as a central meeting point for many festivals that were sacred to Horus.
Are there any significant structures built for Cleopatra?
One of the most significant structures associated with Cleopatra is the Pharos Lighthouse in Alexandria, Egypt, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Cleopatra also commissioned various temples and monuments during her reign, including the Temple of Isis at Philae and the Temple of Horus at Edfu.
Where is the golden temple built?
the golden temple was built in amritsar
Why was the temple of Hephaestus built?
The temple of Hephaestus was built for Hephaestus and in in honor of him.
Where was Horus's temple in ancient Egypt?
The Temple of Edfu is perhaps the most well known for Horus, but there were many others in the three thousand years the ancient Egyptians worshiped Horus and their other gods and goddesses.
What were Egyptian temples called?
Each temple in Mesopotamia was named for a different god that they worshiped. The temples were made out of the sun baked bricks that the Sumerians invented.
