Luxor, the city dominated by the incredible ruins of the Pharaonic Age, shouldn’t be neglected. On the banks of the Nile in southern Egypt, it was once the ancient city of Thebes, the capital of Upper Egypt during the Age of the Pharaohs. Today it’s known as the finest open-air museum in the world, home to the most breathtaking scenery and sites. You can explore locations like the Karnak and Luxor Temple complexes, the temples of the great Pharaohs Ramesses II and III, and – on the other side of the Nile – the Valley of the Kings. There are also many Islamic sites, like the Abu Haggag Mosque built on top of the Luxor Temple, the picturesque corniche, and the souk and street markets.
