KARNAK IN THEBES (MODERN LUXOR)

 In ancient Egypt, the power of the god Amon of Thebes gradually increased during the early New Kingdom, and about the persecution led by Akhenaten, it rose to its peak. In the reign of Ramesses III, more than two-thirds of the assets owned by the temples belonged to Amun, evidenced by the stupendous buildings at Karnak. Although badly ruined, no site in Egypt is more impressive than Karnak. It 's the largest temple complex ever built by man, and represents the combined achievement of many generations of ancient builders. The Temple of Karnak is actually three main temples, smaller enclosed temples, and outside many temples located about three kilometers north of Luxor, Egypt, situated on 100 acres (247 hectares) of land. Karnak is actually the sites modern name. Its ancient name was ipet-isut, which means "The Most Select (or Sacred) places."

Top Travel Sights in Egypt: Photos and Descriptions

If you are an amateur or a professional diver snorkeler you will loveHurghada on the Red Sea. One of the main destinations in Egyptfor those who simply want to relax on the beach or enjoy some ofthe world's clearest waters and spectacular coral reefs. Hurghadaoffers over 10 kilometers of beach and the abundance of accommodations, restaurants and nightclubs for all budgets.Diving is the most popular attraction here and there are numerousdiving centers and schools in the city. You can expect to seehundreds of spectacular fish both along the coast and around thenearby islands. For a touch of color there, the race blue-stained,lion fish, Hurghada Starand the Spanish Dancer nudibranch. Fordivers looking for the biggest emotion you can see whale sharks,hammerhead sharks and dolphins. If you get bored on the beach,you can always head by a camel ride with the Bedouins.

Hurghada, A Guide to Egypt's Popular Red Sea Resort Town

If you're planning to visit Hurghada, you will find information onhotels, transportation, day trips, and lower. Hurghada (Ghardaga in Arabic), was once a quiet fishing village and is now a boomingtourist resort on the Red Sea Coast. Hurghada is a good divingdestination, with amazing coral gardens and wrecks to explore. It 'avery fine place for those who want to enjoy the beach, sun and anactive nightlife at a reasonable price.
If you're looking to immerse themselves in a position to checkquieter Marsa Alam, and if you want to go higher end, check out ElGouna. Hurghada is still adding more hotels to its beach of 20 kilometers, so shares look like a construction site and you should be careful when choosing a hotel. Hurghada is very popular withRussian and German tourists.

travel to Luxor

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

The Pyramids and the Sphinx

 

Do not want to miss one of the main attractions of Egypt, the last survivor of the seven wonders of the world, the Great Pyramid of Giza. There are in fact three main pyramids of Giza, the Great Pyramid of Khufu (or Cheops), the pyramid, the smaller the Kafhre Menkaure Pyramid. Each pyramid is a tomb of a different king of Egypt. In front of the pyramids lies the Sphinx, or Abu al-Hol in Arabic, "Father of Terror." Carved from a single block of stone, this sculpture huge cat has fascinated millions of visitors.