Luxor
Luxor, the capital of Luxor Governorate in southern Egypt, is widely recognized as the most famous city in Upper Egypt. It is renowned for its ancient Egyptian sites, making it a remarkable open-air museum. Originally known as 'Thebes' in ancient Egypt, Luxor is home to the impressive ruins of the Karnak and Luxor Temples, which coexist with the modern city on the East Bank. Life in Luxor has remained unchanged for centuries, with locals and tourists alike crossing the River Nile daily on Felucca boats and Ferries. On the West Bank, numerous monuments, tombs, and temples, including the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens, attract millions of tourists annually, offering them a chance to immerse themselves in the wonders of ancient Egyptian civilization. Luxor City is situated between the eastern and western banks of the Nile River, with its location dividing it into two parts. It is approximately 670 km away from Cairo, the Egyptian capital, 220 km north of Aswan, 56 km south of Qena, and 280 km southwest of Hurghada. The city shares borders with Qus and Qena Governorate to the north, Edfu and Aswan Governorate to the south, the Red Sea Governorate to the east, and the Arment Center and New Valley Governorate to the west. Safaga Port serves as the nearest sea port, while Luxor International Airport is the closest airport.Luxor has been known by various names throughout history, including Thebes, Wast, Luxor, the City of One Hundred Gates, and the City of the Sun. The city's origins can be traced back to the Fourth Dynasty,when it was merely a collection of simple huts.
