The temple, which measures around 450 feet in length and roughly 250 feet wide is perhaps the best-preserved in Egypt.

A joint archeological mission revealed the original colors of the Edfu Temple, as well as never-before-seen hieroglyphic inscriptions. We may earn a commission when you buy through links on our sites.

Hidden beneath layers of soot, dust and bird droppings were rare traces of colorful paintings and glimmering gold decorations. But now, the original artwork — which dates back thousands of years — has been revealed.

Archaeologists breathed new life into the ancient inscriptions of Egypt’s Edfu Temple. The ongoing restoration project revealed the temple’s original colors, as well as new insights into Egypt’s fascinating history and enduring visual culture.