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 the entrance to the temple by sue_stone
I particularly like the main entrance to the temple, which is lined by ram-headed sphinxes (though most of them are missing their heads these days).
Another highlight is the Great Hypostyle Hall, where there are 134 huge stone columns, dwarfing anyone who walks through them.
There are 2 spectacular obelisks that were donated to the temple by the famous King/Queen Hatshepsut.
We had about 90 minutes to visit the temple, and our tour guide took us around and showed us the highlights. But you really need a few hours here to take it all in. There is just so much to see here.
Don't forget your water, and your comfortable shoes - oh, and you'll definitely need your camera! Leave a Comment
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Karnak Temple is the largest religious centre in Egypt with over 2,000 years of history. It is complex with several temple compounds - the core of which is the temple of Amun - the king of the Gods. This is dedicated to the Gods Amun, Mut and Khonsu and has 134 high pillars built by Ramses II.
It is so impressive here with so much to see - I would advise around 3 hours - it would be rushed if you tried to see it in less than 1 hour.
As Karnak temple is quite a walk from the centre of Luxor (over 2km) and a further walk from some of the hotels situated out of town, it is best reached by taxi, which should cost 15-20 LE from the centre. (1.50-2 GBP).
Entrance fee : LE 40 (4 GBP). Leave a Comment
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Karnak Temple, actually the Karnak site, is situated on the East Bank about 3.5km from the Luxor Temple and is the largest of its kind in the world.
The circumference of the temple is of about 4km and the largest temple in Karnak site is Amun Temple, a great Pharaonic God.
The explanation for the site's dimension is given by the fact that although it was originally founded during the Middle Kingdom, the dynasties that came afterwards continued build.
The great front yard was built by Ethiopians, while the Shashank gate and the hall of columns by King Ramsis II.
Behind these great buildings lies the obelisk built by Queen Hatshepsut, then the granite temple and the feasts hall established by King Thotmos III.
On the far horizon appears the holy lake, the remains of Osiris tomb, the series of the southern walls, the temple of the infant god Khonso and Obet Temple.
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 Temple of Ramses III by Jeca011
The Last Great Pharaoh - Rameses III
During the first few years of his reign, Rameses III consolidated the work of his father, Setnakhte, by bringing unity to the country. Therefore, in his fifth year when the Libyans attacked, Egypt was well prepared. It had been twenty-seven years since Merenptah had repulsed their last offensive, now again, an organized and efficient Egyptian army easily defeated them.
Rameses III had two principle wives plus a number of minor wives and it was one of these minor wives, Tiye, who was the cause of his destruction. She hatched a plot to kill him with the aim of placing her son, prince Pentaweret, on the throne. She and her confederates stirred up a rebellion and used magic wax images and poison as their weapons. The conspiracy failed and the traitors were arrested but not before Rameses was mortally wounded. Fourteen officials sat in judgment and all the accused, with the exception one, was found guilty and condemned to commit suicide. Rameses died before the trial was completed. Rameses III's death marks the end of an era. He had ruled for 31 years and was the last of the great Pharaohs. Leave a Comment
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 Hathesput's Obelisk by ATXtraveler
I would definitely recommend a guided tour... it will help explain what I did not! Leave a Comment
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 Courtyard by Jeca011Leave a Comment
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Karnak is the most impressive temple in Egypt and should be on everyone's must see list. The temple was continually enlarged by successive pharoahs over 1300 years leading to its current massive size. The temple is dedicated to Amun-Re, the creator god. Leave a Comment Directions: North side of Luxor
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 Hypostyle hall, Karnak
Temple by clairegeordioLeave a Comment
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 Karnak Temple Lake by ATXtraveler
Here is a picture of my fiance in front of the lake within the Temple grounds! Leave a Comment
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 Ticket to enter Karnak Temple by ATXtraveler
Again, its about 3.50 US dollars, or 20 L.E. Leave a Comment
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