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Luxor Temple is well-known for its magnificent facade of six colossal statues of Ramses II (otherwise known as Ramses the Great. It is dedicated to the god Amun, when every year during “the beautiful feast of the valley” Amun would travel to Luxor Temple to celebrate the renewal of life with the Nile flooding. Ancient Egyptians called the site “Ibet-Resyt", the southern shrine.
The temple was built by Amenhotep III and expanded by later pharaohs. Queen Hatshepsut built three shrines; Ramses II dismantled, repurposed and relocated many of these buildings, a hallmark of his 'recycling' architectural strategy. The temple has a decorative sanctuary made by Amenhotep III, and restored by Alexander the Great. To mark these efforts, Alexander put his name into a cartouche which still exists within the temple.
One of the highlights of the temple is the blueprint of the facade, which was made by the architects. This has given archeologists valuable insight into the construction process of the temple. The temple held two obelisks; one is still standing, while the second was gifted to France and now stands at the Place de la Concorde in Paris.
The temple opens at 6:00am and closes at 8:00pm; many visitors find the best time to visit is at sunset.
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Licensed tour guides must maintain a certification from the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, along with membership in the Egyptian General Tourist Guide Syndicate. These certifications ensure that our guides are fully approved and registered as professionals with the Egyptian government authorities.
The busiest tourist season is from September to April. The weather in Egypt is generally sunny and dry, with lower temperatures in the winter months that make for pleasant travel through Upper Egypt.
Tipping is greatly appreciated, based on the quality of the service you receive. We suggest around $5-$8 per day for your driver, and $10-$15 per day for guides. Tipping can be done in cash, either as Egyptian pounds, US dollars or Euros. For non-Egyptian currency, bills in good condition (no rips or tears) are preferred.
You can get a 30-day tourist visa upon arriving at Cairo Airport. Please bring $25 in USD cash with you; you will get the visa documentation before the immigration desk at the airport, and the immigration officials will review and stamp your passport. Our staff will meet you after you disembark the plane to facilitate this process and ensure you are able to get through security smoothly.
Most tours can be walking-intensive, primarily on flat ground. Visiting the Pyramids and the Sphinx requires some walking over flat but uneven ground and sand. Entry into many of the tombs and Pyramids can be physically demanding, with low ceilings, steep staircases and narrow passageways.
Each day’s tour is a full day, estimating 8 to 10 hours - though we have built in plenty of time to rest, enjoy a coffee or a meal, or explore on your own.
Comfortable, closed-toe walking or athletic shoes are recommended as there may be areas with uneven pavement. Locals in Egypt often dress modestly, so visitors often feel more comfortable in clothes that cover their shoulders and knees (t-shirts or long sleeved shirts, capris, pants). You may wish to bring a hat for sun protection, as well as a scarf or light jacket for evening.
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