Scenic spot introduction:
Luxor is the world's largest open-air museum, known as the "City of Palaces". It is located on the east bank of the Nile River in the south, about 200 kilometers south of Aswan. It is famous for the ruins of the ancient Egyptian capital of Thebes, and is a concentration of ancient Thebes cultural relics.Attractions distribution:
The Nile River runs through the city, dividing Luxor into two parts. On the east bank of the river are magnificent temples and vibrant residential areas, while on the west bank are the tombs of pharaohs, queens and nobles. The "City of the Living" and the "City of the Dead" face each other across the river, forming an eternal cycle of two worlds.Scenic spot qualifications:
October to AprilScenic spot features:
Sightseeing and Historic Sitestravelling guideline:
In the evening, take a Nile cruise (about 2 hours) along the Nile River, and enjoy the beautiful night view on both sides of the Nile River while tasting the delicious buffet dinner and desserts on the cruise ship. Of course, there is more to it than that. You can also enjoy the famous "belly dance" in the Middle East. "Belly dance" is a dance with a unique Middle Eastern style. The dancers dress beautifully and wear special performance costumes. They dance to the accompaniment of music with Middle Eastern characteristics. You can also dance with beautiful dancers to the wonderful music. That feeling is unforgettable.
Best time to visit:
April is the best time to travel.
Shopping recommendations:
Spices, perfumes, gold and silver jewelry, camel wool products, etc. Shopping places include Khan Market (khanel-khalili) and World Trade Center (worldtradecenter).
Scenic spot location:
Africa > Egypt > Luxor
How to get there:
Luxor is located 670 kilometers south of Cairo and can be reached by train in 10 hours. Foreign tourists can only take the air-conditioned express train twice a day. The second-class sleeper costs 22-31 Egyptian pounds, and the first-class sleeper is only for Egyptians and Sudanese. Walking and riding a horse-drawn carriage are the best ways to tour the city. Bicycle rental costs 5-7 Egyptian pounds. When visiting Luxor, tourists can rent camels and ride to experience desert life.
Scenic area map:
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Luxor Ticket Prices:
Karnak Temple: 20 Egyptian pounds, half price for students
Valley of the Kings: 20 Egyptian pounds, half price for students, you can choose any 3 tombs to visit.
Valley of the Queens: Queen Nafiti's Tomb 100 Egyptian pounds.
Luxor Museum: 30 Egyptian pounds, half price for students; an additional 10 Egyptian pounds for taking photos.
Temple of Hatshepsut: 12 Egyptian pounds, half price for students.
Scenic area opening hours:
Karnak Temple: 6:00-18:00
Luxor Museum: 9:00-13:00; 16:00-21:00
