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| Egypt - miSr (in arabic) |
| Luxor - Karnak temple (part 1) |
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Karnak temple of
Luxor is the largest we visit, and it occupy an area of 1.5km x
800m. The start of the temple dates back to Sesostris I
(1965-1920 BC), but the major additions tothe complex were built
by pharaoes between the 18th and 20th dynasty (1570 - 1090 BC)
Its an impressive collection of temples, statues, obelisks and
more. What may impress most, is the hight of the buildings and
colums. In the old times there were a road betwen Karnak temple
and Luxor temple, about 3km long, but just a small fragment are
visable today. Expect many tourists so have good time. You will
find more pictures on part 2 and part 3 of the Karnak temple
presentation. Enjoy the visit.
(Click on the
thumbnails, and you will get a larger version)
| The
first impression of the temple - from the Great court |
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| Columns
and statues |
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the Great Hypostyle Hall, filled with huge colums |
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| Obelisks
of Hatshepsut |
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