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Karnak Temple is nestled in the heart of the city, and as I approached, the majestic rows of stone columns and two lines of towering 'guardians' immediately captured my attention. In the scorching heat of Egypt's summer, Karnak stands imposing and solemn, a destination every visitor to Luxor yearns to explore.
The summer months mark the low season for tourism in Egypt, with temperatures soaring to 42 degrees, and the sun setting only after 8 p.m. However, despite the intense heat and the cloudless azure sky, foreign tourists flock to Luxor – considered the hottest city in Egypt. The allure becomes apparent when one experiences the countless wonders awaiting exploration, especially in the Karnak Temple.
Karnak Temple is situated in the heart of the city, visible to visitors right from the entrance. From a distance, the stone columns and two rows of 'guardians' stand tall and straight, exuding a magnetic appeal. In the blazing heat of Egypt's summer, Karnak, with its grandeur and solemnity, is a must-visit for anyone in Luxor.
The path leading to Karnak Temple is adorned with beautiful bougainvillea flowers and ripe pomegranates hanging from the branches. Karnak is dedicated to the worship of the sun god Amun-Ree (Ree in Arabic means the sun). It remains the largest temple complex in Egypt still standing today and holds significant archaeological importance. Situated east of the Nile River, the temple was constructed between 1580 – 1160 BCE, not by a single Pharaoh but by approximately 30 successive Pharaohs.
The temple's welcoming gate features two colossal ram-headed sphinxes, though time and wars have taken their toll, the grandeur of a bygone era still echoes. In the dazzling sunlight of the African land, glimpses of veiled Arab girls in flowing robes roam about.
As per information from VnExpress
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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour
MytourMarch 10, 2015
