The Temple of Esna, whose construction and decoration began in the Ptolemaic Period and continued into the Roman Period, is one of the six major surviving temples of the Graeco-Roman Period (ca. 332 BCE - 350 CE), the others being Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Dendara, and Athribis.
This massive structure was built over 3,000 years ago and still stands to this day. The temple is dedicated to the god Khnum, the god of creation and the source of the Nile River. One of the features of the Holy attraction is that many of the artifacts are s related to the worship of the God and Goddess. This temple is particularly unbelievable due to its several carved hieroglyphs and sculptures.
The exterior of the temple is also breathtaking, with its massive pylon gate, which was built to the standard of Ancient Egyptian architecture in this era. Once you explore Esna Temple, you will undoubtedly feel a deep connection to the pride and history of the Ancient Egyptian civilization. The temple of Esna still stands as a testament to the resilience of the Egyptian spirit and the power of faith and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians.