The notebook of Edfu and El Kab
Look at the valley from another angle.
Edfou and El Kab connect great temple of Horus, remains of town and tombs of neighboring reliefs. The sets are separated and their openings differ; prepare journeys, heat and access to necropolises.
At your own pace
Identity summary
1 to 2 days
Winter · Spring · Autumn
Recommended car
Heritage · Desert · River
Limited accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Edfu and El Kab
Edfou and El Kab connect great temple of Horus, remains of town and tombs of neighboring reliefs. The sets are separated and their openings differ; prepare journeys, heat and access to necropolises.
Check the accesses, reservations and times at the site prior to the visit.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Temple of Horus at Edfu
- El Kab archaeological site
- Temple of Amenhotep III at El Kab
Before you choose
- Check the accesses, reservations and times at the site prior to the visit.
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Ancient temple
Temple of Horus at Edfu
The temple of Edfou preserves towers, rooms and decors dedicated to Horus. Follow the paths and open areas without climbing on the structures.
Archaeological site
El Kab archaeological site
El Kab keeps traces of enclosures, sanctuaries and funeral spaces. Graves and excavation areas have separate access, to be checked with the site.
Ancient temple
Temple of Amenhotep III at El Kab
The temple of Amenhotep III is located in the reliefs of the area of El Kab. The road and the open rooms are being prepared separately from the visit to the main site.
Practical tips
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