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Temple of Philae

By : Nada Yahia | 03 June 2020

This beautiful temple complex is one of the most picturesque in all of Egypt. Philae, island in the Nile River between the old Aswan Dam and the Aswan High Dam, in Aswan southern Egypt.

1. construction

Built to honor the goddess Isis, this was the last temple built in the classical Egyptian style. Construction began around 690 BC, and it was one of the last outposts where the goddess was worshipped. The cult of Isis continued here until at least AD 550. The boat leaves you near the Kiosk of Nectanebo, the oldest part, and the entrance to the temple is marked by the 18m-high first pylon with reliefs of Ptolemy XII Neos Dionysos smiting enemies. Visit the temple with Magic Life Tours agency to learn about the temple's history, as well as Isis, who was a very important goddess in ancient times. She was known as the Mother of God, giver of life, and protector and healer of kings.

2. History

The complex of structures of the Temple of Isis was completed by Ptolemy II Philadelphus (reigned 285–246 BCE) and his successor, Ptolemy III Euergetes (fl. 246–221 BCE). Its decorations, dating from the period of the later Ptolemies and of the Roman emperors Augustus and Tiberius (30 BCE–37 CE), were, however, never completed. The Roman emperor Hadrian (reigned 117–138 CE) added a gate west of the complex. Other small temples or shrines dedicated to Egyptian deities include a temple to Imhotep and one to Hathor, as well as chapels to Osiris, Horus, and Nephthys. Our mission is make you enjoy and happy, we are providing the best service for all our tours, visit this magical place with Magic Life Tours agency and enjoy with us. The temple was moved to its current location following the construction of the High Dam, which threatened to submerge it permanently. This complex was actually one of the last remaining places where the ancient religion survived after the arrival of Christianity in Egypt, officially closing only in 550 AD. Early Christians then used the main temple on the island as a church, This is the reason for the defacement of some of the figures of the ancient gods as these Christians often tried to remove the pagan imagery from their newly claimed sanctuaries. The Temple of Isis is the main feature here, but there are several other smaller temples on the island that are worth spending time admiring.Explore on your feet and don't miss anything with Magic Life Tours agency.

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