Attraction Information
Karnak Temple (Ipet-Isut)
Karnak Temple is a vast complex consisting of three main temples, several smaller enclosed temples, and a number of outer temples. The most spectacular of these is the Temple of Amun (Amun’s Precinct). This is entered via the Avenue of the Sphinxes that once connected Karnak and Luxor Temples, and led through the ancient city of Thebes, the capital of Egypt during the period of the Middle and New Kingdoms. The whole complex was built over a period of 1300 years and includes several of the finest examples of ancient Egyptian design and architecture. Among them are the Hypostyle Hall, considered one of the world’s great architectural achievements with around 130 enormous carved columns covering an area of 6000 sq metres (64,586 sq ft), and the Obelisk of Thutmose I, a 22m (71ft) monument, the only one of four original obelisks that is still standing.
Air: Luxor International Airport. Rail: Train: Luxor Station. Road: Coach: The vast majority of tourists visit the temple as part of an organised coach tour. Bus: Luxor Bus Station. Taxis: Taxis can be hired from the centre of Luxor; alternatively visitors can travel by caleche (horse and cart).
Contact Addresses
Luxor Tourist Office, Nile St, Luxor, Egypt
Tel: (095) 382 215 or 373 294
Website: www.luxorguide.com
Location
Egypt
Air: Luxor International Airport. Rail: Train: Luxor Station. Road: Coach: The vast majority of tourists visit the temple as part of an organised coach tour. Bus: Luxor Bus Station. Taxis: Taxis can be hired from the centre of Luxor; alternatively visitors can travel by caleche (horse and cart).
Contact Addresses
Tel: (095) 382 215 or 373 294
Website: www.luxorguide.com
Location
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