Top temples in Luxor: Karnak, Luxor Temple, Hatshepsut

Top Temples in Luxor: Karnak, Luxor Temple, Hatshepsut 

Luxor is one of the most iconic cities, not just in Egypt but around the world, as it has some of the most famous and important ancient temples in the world. In this blog post, we will explore the must-see ancient temples in Luxor, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and Hatshepsut Temple.

1. Karnak Temple

Overview:

The Karnak temple complex is the largest ancient temple complex ever built. The 54,000 square-foot Great Hypostyle Hall in the Karnak Temple is large enough to comfortably fit the Cathedral of Notre Dame. To the ancient Egyptians, it was considered a sacred place and one of the best historical sites in Luxor.

Highlights:

• Great Hypostyle Hall

 The massive columns in the hypostyle hall dwarf people; it feels like you are walking into a place built by giants. The hall spans over 50,000 square feet, containing 134 columns along with 12 huge columns standing 80 feet at the center.

• Sound and Light Show

At night, you can enjoy the show where you can listen to the history of the place narrated by the pharaohs.

• Sacred Lake

The lake was made for religious ritual purposes, for ritual washing and navigation. It is still there today.

Why should you visit it?

The temple is an architectural phenomenon, as well as a real proof of ancient Egypt's unique history and religious beliefs. The Karnak Temple is a must-visit temple in Luxor.

2. Luxor Temple

Overview:

The Luxor temple was constructed over a hundred years by three different pharaohs. Located in the historic city of Luxor, the temple was not just a religious site like any other temple, but a place to celebrate the king and renew his strength and rule over the kingdom.

Highlights:

• Avenue of Sphinxes

Also known as Rams Road, a 2.7 km road that connects Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. The avenue held many celebrations and festivals.

• Roman Empire

During a significant phase of the temple, the Roman Empire used the temple as a seat of power in Egypt for the Roman Emperor.

• Builders and Constructors

The temple was built by Pharaoh Amenhotep III, then Tutankhamun, followed by Horemheb, and it was finished by Ramses II.

Why should you visit it?

The Luxor temple allows you to discover Egypt’s rich history,

As it is an architectural masterpiece, along with its amazing view at night when the temple is illuminated, it gives it amazing vibes.

 3. Hatshepsut Temple

Overview:

The temple is one of the most impressive architectural temples in Egypt. The temple was built during Hatshepsut's reign, one of the most famous Egyptian female pharaohs.

Highlights:

• Architectural Masterpiece

  Unlike most Egyptian temples, which are built on flat ground, the temple contains three terraces, one above another, as they rise gradually towards the cliff. That was revolutionary back then.
• Destroyed by Thutmose II

After Hatshepsut's death, her step-son and successor Thutmose III destroyed many of her statues and inscriptions to remove her from history. But despite all of his efforts, the temple is still one of the most famous and preserved in Egypt’s history.

• Statues and Reliefs

The temple features different statues and reliefs, such as the north depiction’s relief that shows Hatshepsut as a sphinx crushing her enemies, as well as other reliefs of fishing and hunting.

Why should you visit it?

Hatshepsut Temple is one of the most unique temples in Egypt due to its impressive architecture and rich history. Hatshepsut is also one of the most famous female pharaohs.

Visit Luxor’s famous temples, explore Egypt’s rich history, and immerse yourself in the amazing Egypt’s ancient architecture.