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Edfu
Edfu is home to the Temple of Horus, the most completely preserved temple in Egypt, with towering pylons and intact roofed sanctuaries that give a rare, full sense of how an ancient Egyptian temple actually functioned. Set on the Nile's west bank roughly midway between Luxor and Aswan, the town itself is a modest agricultural centre, but its temple draws a steady stream of river traffic and day visitors.
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Frequently asked questions about Edfu
How do I get to Edfu?
Edfu has no airport of its own: travellers fly into Luxor (LXR) or Aswan (ASW) and continue by road or rail, since the town sits directly on Egypt's Nile Valley railway line linking Cairo, Luxor and Aswan. Most visitors, however, arrive by Nile cruise boat, which docks near the temple as a standard stop on Luxor-Aswan itineraries.
How many days should I spend in Edfu?
A few hours is enough to see the Temple of Horus itself, but allow a half to full day if combining Edfu with the nearby temples at Kom Ombo and Esna as an overland excursion.
What is Edfu known for?
Edfu is home to the Temple of Horus, the most completely preserved temple in Egypt, with towering pylons and intact roofed sanctuaries that give a rare, full sense of how an ancient Egyptian temple actually functioned. Set on the Nile's west bank roughly midway between Luxor and Aswan, the town itself is a modest agricultural centre, but its temple draws a steady stream of river traffic and day visitors.