Embark on a full-day tour to the ancient Egyptian temples of Horus and Sobek. Explore the stunning Edfu Temple on the west bank of the Nile and marvel at the unique construction plan of Kom Ombo Temple. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the rich history of ancient Egypt!
- Temple of Kom Ombo - Drive to Kom Ombo which is an unusual double temple in the town of Kom Ombo in Aswan , It was constructed during the Ptolemaic dynasty ,Some additions to it were later made during the Roman Period ,The building is unique because its double design meant that there were courts , halls , sanctuaries and rooms duplicated for two sets of gods . The southern half of the temple was dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek the god of fertility and creator of the world with Hathor and Khonsu , The northern part of the temple was dedicated to the falcon god Horus . The Temple is atypical because every thing is perfectly symmetrical along the main axis .
- Expert Egyptologist tour guide fluent in your language
- Private, air-conditioned transport with WiFi
- Inclusive of all entrance fees for listed sights
- Lunch provided
- Complimentary snacks and bottled water
- All taxes included
- Any extra not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal needs
- Tipping - recommended
This is a day trip to the breathtaking temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo. The Edfu Temple, situated on the west bank of the Nile in Edfu town, is a rare religious temple on the west side of the Nile River, dedicated to the deity Horus. On the other hand, Kom Ombo, renowned for its distinctive architectural layout, was split into two areas, each devoted to the gods Horus and Sobek the crocodile.
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