Luxor, Egypt

Karnak Temple & Luxor Library

Luxor Monument and Historic Exhibits Visit the Temple of Karnak, among the world’s largest ancient temple complexes. Admire its great Hypostyle Hall, a forest of ancient columns that once supported a towering ceiling, and its huge sacred lake. Learn more about this massive complex, embellished over centuries by every major pharaoh. After time here, continue to the Luxor Heritage Center, and explore the center’s interactive showcase documenting the country’s history from ancient times to the present. See the Avenue of the Sphinxes, the sacred processional route connecting Karnak and Luxor Temples, where ancient Egyptians once celebrated major religious festivals. Afterward, visit the library, which houses more than 10,000 books on Egyptian history in several languages and features a dedicated map room. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.