If you travel to Luxor (ancient Thebes), then it will be hard to missthe spectacular Temple of Luxor in the center of the city of Luxor.The Temple of Luxor was built largely by Amenhotep III andRamesses II, around 1400BC. Its main purpose was to celebratethe festival of Opet. Many rulers built on the temple but has alwaysbeen a place of worship for Christians and Muslims later. Amosque built inside the temple still exists and is one of thehighlights of the site.
Temple of Luxor is well lit at night, so it pays to visit the site at sunset. Hours are 9:00 to 6:00 and admission is 20 Egyptian pounds
Temple of Luxor is well lit at night, so it pays to visit the site at sunset. Hours are 9:00 to 6:00 and admission is 20 Egyptian pounds
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