Name: Cairo Top Tours
Address: Egypt - Giza - Al-Ahram St.5th Hassan Said St. from Ahram St Giza P.O. Box 6, Egypt, EG
Telephone: +201022772955
Price range: 40$

+201022772955

info@cairotoptours.com

About
Contact
Egypt Travel Guide
Jordan Travel Guide
Morocco Travel Guide
Transfer
English
- English
- Español
- Français
- Italiano
- Deutsch
- Português
- русский
$ USD
- $ USD
- € EUR

Tailor Made

Latest Articles

Atlas Studios

Atlas Studios, also known as Film City, is a well-known film studio in Morocco. It has been used as a filming location for many international movies and TV shows.
Rabat

Rabat is the capital city of Morocco, located on the country's Atlantic coastline. It is situated across the Bouregreg River from the city of Salé and forms the Rabat-Salé urban area. With a rich history dating back to the Roman era, Rabat is known for its blend of modernity and traditional Moroccan architecture.
Erfoud

Erfoud is a city located in eastern Morocco, known as the gateway to the Sahara Desert. It is a popular destination for travelers seeking to explore the stunning desert landscapes and experience the unique culture and hospitality of the region. Erfoud offers opportunities for camel trekking, visits to the nearby Merzouga Dunes, and exploring the local markets and traditional crafts.
Merzouga Dunes

The Erg Chebbi Dunes, also known as the Merzouga Dunes, are a stunning natural wonder located in southeastern Morocco. These majestic dunes stretch as far as the eye can see, with some reaching heights of up to 150 meters. The Erg Chebbi Dunes are a popular destination for travelers looking to experience the beauty of the Sahara Desert.
Khenifiss National Park

Explore the beauty of Morocco's natural reserve at Khenifiss National Park. Located in the southwestern part of the country, this park is home to diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes. Visitors can enjoy hiking, birdwatching, and exploring the unique ecosystems found in the park.
Ouzoud Waterfalls

The Ouzoud Waterfalls, located in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, are a stunning natural wonder and a popular tourist destination. The falls cascade over a series of rocky cliffs, creating a breathtaking sight and a refreshing mist in the air. Visitors can hike down to the base of the falls, passing by olive groves and encountering local Barbary macaque monkeys along the way.

05 16, 2023

Dendera Temple Complex

Dendera Temple was constructed in Greco-Roman temple shape and nowadays the modern town is built on the ancient site of Tentyra which means a Holy Pillar and was known by that name during the Greek time.

Scholars said that this name may be associated with the Greek Aphrodite who was the goddess of beauty in Greek civilization.

Temple of Hathor at Dendera

The temple was originally built by Ptolemy XII and was nearly finished by Queen Cleopatra VII.

Cleopatra VII The last Petolmy kings

Cleopatra VII The last Petolmy kings

Hathor was the goddess of joy and love. Each year she was transported by boat to Edfu to be reunited with the god Horus. The celebration of Dendera followed, with which the divine union was celebrated. Every first day of the year, the statue of Hathor was carried along the magnificent staircase west of the temple to the open kiosk on the roof to be born again by the sun.

Temple of Dendera

Dendera Zodiac

There’s a necropolis that comprises tombs from the Early Dynastic Period and the complex itself consists of:

Hathor temple (the main temple)
Temple of the birth of Isis, Goddess of Magic in Ancient Egypt religion
Sacred Lake
Sanatorium
Mammisi of Nectanebo II, the 3rd and the last king of the 30th dynasty
Christian Basilica
Roman Mammisi
A Barque shrine
Gateways of Domitian and Trajan
The Roman Kiosk

The commanding building in the complex is the Temple of Hathor. This temple has been changed on the recent site but it started as far back as the Middle Kingdom and stand up until the time of the Roman emperor Trajan. The existing structure began construction in the late Ptolemaic period, and the hypostyle hall was built in the Roman period under Tiberius.
You can book our Tour to Dendera and Abydos from Luxor or an Overnight Tour to Abydos, Dendera, and Luxor from Cairo, or you can browse our variety of tours in Egypt.

"Dandara" is the Arabic name of the ancient Egyptian city "Eunt". Denderah's importance is due to the fact that it was the main center of worship for the goddess Hathor, who united the ancient Greeks with their goddess Aphrodite. The Temple of Dendara is one of the best-preserved Egyptian temples. It is a masterpiece of architecture, a unique example of the arts and a comprehensive record of Egyptian religious thought. The temple is distinguished by its vast surface area and drawings that preserve its features and the tales of the gods "Hathor", the god of love and beauty. The temple also still holds many secrets after the development and restoration work, which included the Great Hall of Columns, the Hall of Illumination and the development of exterior lighting systems.

There is a very special place called The Great Hypostyle Hall where you can go and see and feel how amazing ancient Egypt was.

Share On Social Media:

Egypt Tours FAQ

Read top Egypt tours FAQs

Except for Egypt Christmas trips, New Year's tours, and other high seasons when the deposit is increased to 50%, the set deposit amount is 35% of the entire cost of the tour.

The construction of the Temple of Dendera began during the Ptolemaic period, around the late 4th century BCE, and continued through the Roman period. The temple complex underwent additions and renovations by different pharaohs and rulers over several centuries.

The Temple of Dendera, also known as the Dendera Temple Complex, is an ancient Egyptian temple located in the town of Dendera, around 55 kilometers north of Luxor, Egypt. It is dedicated to the goddess Hathor, who was associated with love, beauty, and joy. The temple complex dates back to the Ptolemaic period (305 BCE - 30 BCE) and contains structures from different time periods, including the Roman era.

"Dendera is the Arabic name for the ancient Egyptian town of Ionet, and the importance of Dendera is due to the fact that it was the main center for the worship of the goddess Hathor, whom the ancient Greeks united with their goddess Aphrodite.

;