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#13219415

20 January 2026

The temple's ceiling at Bomunsa temple on Ganghwa Island, South Korea, is decorated with elaborate dancheong, traditional Korean decorative painting, featuring vivid colors and intricate geometric and floral motifs. Dancheong consists of ornate designs painted in striking reds, blues, greens, and golds, which enhance the aesthetic beauty of the sacred space and symbolize protection and spiritual harmony. The craftsmanship reflects centuries of cultural heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into Korea's enduring artistic and religious traditions.

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20 January 2026

The temple's ceiling at Bomunsa temple on Ganghwa Island, South Korea, is decorated with elaborate dancheong, traditional Korean decorative painting, featuring vivid colors and intricate geometric and floral motifs. Dancheong consists of ornate designs painted in striking reds, blues, greens, and golds, which enhance the aesthetic beauty of the sacred space and symbolize protection and spiritual harmony. The craftsmanship reflects centuries of cultural heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into Korea's enduring artistic and religious traditions.

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20 January 2026

The temple's ceiling at Bomunsa temple on Ganghwa Island, South Korea, is decorated with elaborate dancheong, traditional Korean decorative painting, featuring vivid colors and intricate geometric and floral motifs. Dancheong consists of ornate designs painted in striking reds, blues, greens, and golds, which enhance the aesthetic beauty of the sacred space and symbolize protection and spiritual harmony. The craftsmanship reflects centuries of cultural heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into Korea's enduring artistic and religious traditions.

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#12037155

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037171

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037225

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037234

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037261

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037276

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037322

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037338

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037354

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037363

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037374

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037390

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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#12037404

10 February 2025

Dendera Temple in Qena, Egypt, on February 1, 2025, is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Located on the west bank of the Nile, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period, though some parts are older. The temple is renowned for its decorated columns and intricate carvings, especially the grand hypostyle hall with its ceiling adorned with detailed astronomical scenes, including one of the oldest known celestial maps. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the deity of love, beauty, and motherhood, the temple serves as a major religious center and hosts grand processions and celebrations.

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