The Temple of Horus at Edfu was built as a dedication to the falcon-headed god, Horus, who was regarded as the divine embodiment of kingship and protection. The temple was constructed during the Ptolemaic period, with its foundation laid by Ptolemy III during the 3rd century BC, and continued to be embellished by subsequent Ptolemaic rulers until its completion in the 1st century BC.
The temple stands as one of the best preserved and remarkable examples of ancient Egyptian religious architecture and remains a testament to the grandeur and power of the Ptolemaic dynasty.