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The world's greatest open-air museum, then and now
Luxor is ancient Thebes, the capital of Egypt during the New Kingdom when the pharaohs built on a scale that still defies easy comprehension. The Temple of Karnak -- reached from Luxor town center by a palm-lined avenue of sphinxes -- was under continuous construction and expansion for over 1,300 years, from roughly 2055 BCE to 100 CE, and its hypostyle hall with 134 massive columns covering an area larger than Notre Dame Cathedral is one of the most overwhelming architectural spaces on earth. Luxor Temple sits in the middle of the modern city, lit at night so that the colossal statues of Ramesses II glow golden above the traffic.
The West Bank, across the Nile from the modern city, is a different world: the necropolis of the pharaohs, where the Valley of the Kings holds 63 known tombs cut into the limestone cliffs including the tomb of Tutankhamun, still decorated with the original painted scenes after 3,300 years.
Hot air balloon flights over the West Bank at sunrise are one of the most spectacular travel experiences available anywhere -- drifting in silence above the temples and tombs as the Nile valley fills with light and the desert hills turn amber. The Colossi of Memnon, two massive seated statues flanking the entrance to what was Amenhotep III's mortuary temple, have stood in their field for 3,400 years.
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Before you walk.
Hot air balloon flights over the West Bank operate from about 5am daily (conditions permitting) and are one of Luxor's most memorable experiences. Several licensed operators run flights, and booking through your hotel or a reputable agency is recommended over accepting street solicitations. The Civil Aviation Authority of Egypt regulates operators, though quality varies significantly -- verify the operator's safety record before booking.
Luxor Temple sits at the center of the modern city on the Corniche al-Nil, built primarily by Amenhotep III and Ramesses II around 1400-1200 BCE. Unlike Karnak, it is compact enough to see in 90 minutes. The temple is lit at night and many visitors prefer an evening visit when the illuminated columns and statues are photographed without the midday heat. Entry is paid and the site stays open until 9pm.
October through March is the comfortable season in Luxor, with daytime temperatures between 20-30C. Summers are brutal -- July temperatures regularly exceed 40C (104F), and outdoor archaeological sites become difficult to visit for more than brief periods. Ramadan affects restaurant hours and public atmosphere, which can be interesting or inconvenient depending on your preferences.
EgyptAir operates several daily flights from Cairo to Luxor Airport in about 70 minutes, and this is the most practical option. The overnight sleeper train from Cairo Ramses Station to Luxor (about 10-11 hours) is a comfortable and atmospheric alternative, popular with visitors who enjoy train travel. The train arrives in central Luxor a short walk from the main sights.
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