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Luxor Temple: Egypt's World Heritage Site that Gets More Beautiful at Night

Luxor Temple is located on the east bank of the Nile River in Luxor, Egypt. It was built around the 14th century BC and is dedicated to the Theban Triad. It served as the coronation site for Egyptian pharaohs and was constructed to consolidate their power. The temple was built by Amenhotep III, who reigned for 30 years. During his reign, Egypt reached an unprecedented level of prosperity and glory, making him a pharaoh who created a golden age. The annual Opet Festival involves carrying the sun god Amun, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu from the Karnak Temple to the Luxor Temple. The temple is very close to Luxor Railway Station and can be reached on foot. It is the only temple open until late at night, and the statues look stunning when illuminated. 🕰️ Opening hours: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM 🏖️ Atmosphere/Facilities: Spectacular and beautiful✨️ 📍 Address: Luxor 💰 Average cost: 500 EGP, approximately 350 TWD 💞 Recommended reason: The area is large, the statues are magnificent, and it is open until late, so you can visit without time pressure😍 🗓️ Itinerary: About two hours. You can visit in the evening to see both the daytime and nighttime views.😊
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Posted: Dec 13, 2024
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