- Egypt Luxor
Enjoy a Private day tour Dendera temples and Abydos temples from Luxor to Visit the
temple of Dendera then travel to Abydos to visit the
temple of ,Abydos was one of the most important religious sites to ancient Egyptians.
Much like modern Muslims hope to complete a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in their
lifetime, ancient Egyptians would have hopes to visit Abydos, which for them was strongly
associated with the entrance into the afterlife.
Special offer for groups and children (below 12) 50% discount
In the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel in
Luxor by a private. car to be transferred to Abydos,
Abydos temple
Considered one of the most important archaeological sites of
Ancient Egypt, the sacred city of Abydos was the site of many
ancient temples, including Umm el-Qa’ab, a royal necropolis where
early pharaohs were entombed. These tombs began to be seen as
extremely significant burials and in later times it became desirable
to be buried in the area, leading to the growth of the town’s
importance as a cult site.
Then Drive to Dendera Temple
Dendera Temple
The Temple of Hathor was largely constructed during the Late
Ptolemaic period, specifically during the reign of Ptolemy XII and
Cleopatra VII. Later additions were made during the Roman
period. Although it was built by a dynasty of rulers who were not native
Egyptians themselves, the design of this temple has been found to
be in accordance to that of other classical Egyptian temples, with
the exception of the front of the hypostyle hall, which, according to
an inscription above the entrance, was constructed by the
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