A team of Egyptian and French archaeologists has uncovered a stash of exquisitely preserved ancient jewelry during ...

This elegant temple rests along the Nile in the heart of the modern town of Luxor (site of ancient Thebes). It was begun by Amenophis III and largely completed by Ramses II, though later builders ...

Some of the greatest monuments on any tour of Egypt bear his stamp: Abu Simbel, Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Ramesseum, and many others. He also commissioned the largest monolithic statue ever ...

Getting to the Temple of Hatshepsut, which is located about 17 miles northwest of Luxor on the West Bank, requires driving, hailing a taxi or taking a bus tour. Local tour operators that offer ...

Once the “largest and most important religious complex” in the region, the Karnak temple complex in Luxor, Egypt, took more than 1,000 years to complete, experts say. Dozens of pharaohs left their ...

There are so many things to see in Luxor, making this one of the most dynamic cities in all of Egypt. Don't miss out on Luxor!

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If you're in search of Luxor's largest (and most impressive) collection of temple ruins, look no further than the Karnak Temple Complex. Located about 2 miles northeast of the Temple of Luxor ...

Archaeologists have made a remarkable discovery at the ancient Karnak Temple complex near Luxor, Egypt: a 2,600-year-old pot ...

Luxor, Egypt, is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to explore ancient monuments. Known for housing the greatest ...

Once the “largest and most important religious complex” in the region, the Karnak temple complex in Luxor, Egypt, took more than 1,000 years to complete, experts say. Dozens of pharaohs left ...