Temple of Kom Ombo

About the Site

Kom Ombo is a rare double temple on the Nile, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris.

Its reliefs include what appear to be surgical instruments and an ancient calendar, and the Crocodile Museum next door displays mummified crocodiles.

Visiting tips

Most beautiful at sunset and when floodlit at night, as cruise boats arrive.

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