The Ancient World
Edfu, Egypt -- Local workmen emerge from a door in the outer pylon of the ancient Egyptian temple at Edfu. Edfu temple is relatively new by Egyptian standards, having been built during the Ptolemaic dynasties in the period 237 to 57 BC. Because it was built by the last Egyptian pharonic dynasties, it was not canibalized by successor dynasties and so is well preserved. Edfu Temple is dedicated to the Falcon god Horus. © Rick Collier / RickCollier.com.
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