The Greeks and Romans wanted to show their respect to the Egyptian deities in different ways. They dedicated temples to Horus at Edfu and another temple for both Horus and Sobek in Kom Ombo. Start your day tour with Edu temple. The temple is dedicated to Horus, son of Osiris and Isis. The temple records the myth of Horus avenging the death of his father against his uncle Seth, The wall carvings are still in excellent condition
Leaving Edfu for the second visit, the drive will be through the fertile farmland, Stop at Kom Ombo to visit the dual temple. This place was dedicated to both Horus and Sobek. Horus is the falcon-headed god while Sobek is the crocodile-headed. Enjoy the story of the mummified crocodiles that are still kept in the sanctuary of the temple
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