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Luxor
Sightseeing
KARANAK TEMPLES:
A group of temples and the religious quarter of Thebes, the temple
of Amon with its Hypostyle hall of 134 columns, Obelisks and Sacred
lakes was linked to the Nile by a canal through which moved the
famous Sacred boats. Other buildings include chapel of Seti II,
temple of Ramses III and temple of Khonsu.
LUXOR TEMPLE:
The temple was constructed by Amenophis III and Ramses II and was
once linked with Karnak by Avenue of Sphinxes.
VALLEY OF THE KINGS &QUEEN:
Cross the Nile by ferryboat where lies the city of the Dead, the
Necropolis of Thebes. Visit some of the most interesting tombs such
as set I, Ramses VI, Amenophis II and Tutankhamen. See also temple
of queen Hatsheput, the twin Colossi of Memon erected on the fringe
of the desert with their heads facing the Nile. Both represent king
AmenophisIII. Visit also the Ramesseum courtyards, pillars and statutes.
One the way back visits the valley of queens and Nobles which shelters
the tombs of the queens and young princess. it is located on very
picturesque mountain site.
Sound and Light at Karnak:
A new performance of Sound & Light is now presented at the enchanting
site of Karnak, start after sunset.
Other sightseeings
Cairo sightseeing
Alex sightseeing
Red Sea sightseeing
Aswan sightseeing
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