Get delighted by an exciting experience to visit two of the most beautiful temple in Egypt through our Tours to Dendera and Abydos Temples. Wander at the glamorous temples which are dedicated to the fascinating ancient Egyptian god of the Underworld, as you will watch Temple of Abydos as well as the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, which is well-preserved Temple and includes flourishing full colors that are still on its massive walls.
Unleash your inner with our Day Tour to Dendera and Abydos Temples from Luxor and discover Dendera Temple which was the main cult center of Hathor who was a major goddess in the ancient Egyptian pantheon, who personified the principles of joy, feminine love, and motherhood. The Temple was built at the site during the reign of the Old Kingdom Pharaoh Pepi I (towards the end of the 3rd millennium BC). The complex consists of Sacred Lake, Hathor temple which is the considered to be main temple and was also called the Temple of Tentyra, as well as Mammisi of Nectanebo II, Temple of the birth of Isis, an amazing Bark shine, Trajan and the Roman Kiosk, Roman Mammisi, Sanatorium and some addition items which were added during the Roman era, moreover this temple is considered to be one of the best Egyptian preserved temples. The interior walls of the great hall have remarkable scenes that mainly depict sacrifices being made to the Goddess of the Temple. The amazing ceiling, with its astronomical representations, is very interesting. Get to know more about The Temple of Hathor with our Trips to Dendera and Abydos Temples, it 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 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 Emperor Tiberius.
Move to scout Abydos Temple which was one of the most important religious sites to ancient Egyptians. The construction was begun by Seti I and finished by his son, the great Ramesses II. In fact, this structure built of fine white limestone is actually one of the most impressive religious structures in Egypt, discover Abydos Temple which was one of the most important religious sites to ancient Egyptians. In fact, this structure built of fine white limestone is actually one of the most impressive religious structures in Egypt. Abydos was an important cult centre for Osiris. A number of temples dedicated to Osiris, all of which were located in one area, were built prior to the reign of Seti. The Temple of Seti, however, was built on new ground to the south of the said temples. Seti I was probably one of the least well known pharaohs of the New Kingdom period of ancient Egypt. However, his temple in Abydos is among the most famous, cited by many as the most impressive religious structure still standing in Egypt. Seti’s temple was built mainly of limestone, though parts of it were built in sandstone. Although work began under Seti, the temple was only completed during the reign of his son, Ramesses II. This is visible in some of the temple’s reliefs depicting Ramesses slaying Asiatics and worshipping Osiris, Seti’s temple was dedicated to Osiris, and consisted of a pylon, two open courts, two hypostyle halls, seven shrines, each to an important Egyptian deity (Horus, Isis, Osiris, Amun-Ra, Ra-Horakhty and Ptah) and one to Seti himself, a chapel dedicated to the different forms of the god Osiris, and several chambers to the south. In addition to the main temple, there was also an Osireion at the back of it. Various additions to the temple were made by later pharaohs, including those from the Late, Ptolemaic and Roman periods.
Enjoy Tours to Dendera and Abydos Temples.
Flying Carpet Tours delegate will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor, Start your unforgettable trip to Dendara and Abydos Temples, First drive to Abydos Temple, beguile your eyes between the glory of Abydos where the Ancient Egyptians were thinking that the Lord of the Underworld was buried at Abydos Temple, it was constructed by The King Seti, and King Ramses II completed the Temple, it is famous as well with the name of Seti Temple, and it is located in Sohag City, beguile your eyes between the amazing paintings on the walls of Abydos Temple, next tour to Dendara Temple ( Hathor Temple), God of Joy and love, it is located north of Luxor, finally at the end of your tour Flying Carpet Tours guide will drive you back to your hotel in Luxor.
Included
• Pick up and drop off to your hotel in Luxor • Air-conditioned vehicle Luxor / Abydos / Dendara / Luxor • Excursion to Dendera and Abydos Temples as mentioned at the above program • Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites • English speaking guide at the sites mentioned above • Bottle of Mineral Water during the tour • All transfers in by air-conditioned Van • All service charges and taxes
Excluded
• Visa to Egypt • Any optional tours required • Tipping
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