Temple of Horus, Edfu

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The Sanctuary of Horus in the innermost part of the temple. In front is the barque (barge) that carried the cult image of Horus in festivals. Behind is the black granite shrine in which the cult image stood. Photo Saulo Alvarado Mateos.

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