In Ancient Egypt, Iunet (Dendera) was the capital of the Sixth Nome of Upper Egypt (Iqer). Sometimes its governor was the head of all of Upper Egypt, like Idu I who served in the late …

The temple of Dendera dates back to the Ptolemaic Period, although evidence points to older structures once existing on the site, dating as far back as king Pepy I, from the Old Kingdom. …

The Temple of Hathor, the Goddess of Love, in Dendera, Egypt on the Nile River was used during the Old, Middle and New Kingdom for pilgrimage and healing.

The Temple of Dendera is one of the best preserved and biggest temple complexes in Egypt. Many people who go to Luxor also visit Dendera since Luxor is only about 1½ hours from …

Jan 19, 2025 · The Temple of Dendera was a vital religious site where rituals were performed to honor Hathor and other deities. It served as a place of pilgrimage and was integral to the …

The temple originally housed the famous Zodiac of Dendera. This bas-relief with human and animal figures represented a night skyscape, and was found on the ceiling of a chapel in the …

Dendera Temple in Egypt is one of the most beautifully preserved ancient sites in Upper Egypt, located near the city of Qena. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the temple is a masterpiece of …