Historical Site in Luxor that You should be Visiting

Luxor is a rich historical city where you can explore intriguing Egyptian past. There are number of temples, structures and valleys in the city.

Do you think Cairo is the only place where you can explore rich Egyptian history? If your answer is yes, you are slightly wrong as there are few other cities in the country where history breathes in every corner. One such city is Luxor. Plan holidays to Luxor, if you want to peep into the rich past of Egypt. There are number of old structures, temples, tombs and valleys that keep history lovers to visit the city time and again.

There are two most popular historical valleys that create an urge in history lovers to plan cheap Luxor holidays. They are known as Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens. These valleys are among the most prominent attractions in the city. While visiting the Valley of the Kings, you can know about the Egyptian concept of afterlife. There are number of tombs in the valley. However, only 30 to 40 are open to public. Tombs of Merneptah, Ramesses IV, Ramesses IX and Ramesses VI are among the most popular ones.

While visiting fascinating Valley of Queens, you can take a look at the tombs of kids and wives of Egypt world Pharaohs belong to 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. According to experts, there are more than 70 burial sites in the valley. This compels history lovers to spend holidays in Luxor. One of the most important tombs in the valley is the Tomb of Nefertiti. This tomb is closed for public however, you can visit tombs of Amenherkhepshef and Queen Tyti. While entering into the tombs, you need to wear shoe pads and masks.

City of Luxor is also known for its variety of temples. Temple of Luxor is one of the most important temples that you would come across in the city. It was built by King Amenhotep III and King Ramesses II as main venue for the Festival of Opet. The grand structure has several separate sections. Every section has specific purpose. Popular buildings in the city are Mosque of Abu'l Haggag, Court of Ramesses II, Pylons and the Court of Amenhotep II.

Another temple that you should be visiting while spending Luxor holidays is the Karnak Temple. The temple was built around 2000 years ago as a tribute to Khonsu, Mut and Theben triad of Amon. The temple covers an area of 200 acres. Amon enclosure in the temple spans over 60 acres. Another highlight of the temple is Hypostyle Hall featuring 134 columns.