@catchagypsea: Ultimate guide to the best temples in Luxor with tips & info below ⬇️ ESNA: It’s one of the most well-preserved temples in Egypt and is a must-visit in your itinerary! Dedicated to god Khnum, its hypostyle hall features 24 giant columns decorated with intricate details, colours and an astrological ceiling 😍 MEDINET HABOU: This lesser-known temple in Luxor is one of the most awe-inspiring temples you’ll find, with among the best preserved artwork and architecture that will transport you back in time 😍 KARNAK: Over 30 pharaohs contributed to the construction of this massive, 200-acre temple, which has over 130 towering columns and one of Egypt’s tallest obelisks, reaching over 29m high Can you imagine walking through halls that were once entirely covered in gold and color?? DENDERA: It’s one of the most well-preserved temples in Egypt and is a must-visit in your itinerary! Dedicated to Hathor, Egyptian goddess of love, music and motherhood, this temple features astrological ceiling and a stone carving of the zodiac with star constellations 💫 HATSHEPSUT: This stunning ancient mortuary temple on the west bank of the Nile was built around 1450 BCE to honor Queen Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt’s female pharaohs. TIPS: - Combine visiting Esna temple when traveling from Aswan to Luxor or Luxor to Aswan - Go to Medinet Habou either after a hot air balloon ride or after Hatshepsut temple for the best light - To avoid the crowds and capture that golden morning light at Karnak temple, arrive about 15-30min after sunrise (the temple opens at 6am) - Combine visiting Dendera temple when travelling from Luxor to Hurghada or Hurghada to Luxor - Combine Hatshepsut temple with a hot air balloon ride early in the morning © Copyrighted content, no reposts allowed without previous permission #egypttravel #egypt🇪🇬 #egypteveryday #luxor #luxoregypt

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