Karnak Temple

Dec. 18 evening & Dec. 19, 2023
001 - IMG_9326 We attended an optional Temple of Karnak Sound & Light evening show on Dec. 18 and then returned at mid-afternoon on Dec. 19 to tour the temple.
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002 - IMG_9327 Archaeological & Touristic Attractions in Luxor
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003 - IMG_9328 Karnak Temple - Although Karnak was the primarily cult center for Amun, but also the home to more than one god as Montu (Theban god of war), Mut (the wife of...
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004 - IMG_9329 Karnak Temples Plan and Chronology
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005 - IMG_9331 A model of the Karnak Temple complex
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006 - IMG_9333 An ancient Egyptian solar boat or solar barge. These boats were used in ancient Egyptian rituals and were believed to carry the resurrected king with the sun...
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007 - IMG_9335 People gathering in front of the First Pylon, ready to enjoy the Light and Sound show.
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008 - IMG_9336 We could see the modern buildings beyond one side of tthe Karnak Temple complex..
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009 - IMG_9339 Eveyone stay put until we're let in...
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010 - IMG_9340 Light projected to the columns with voice embedded into the show...
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011 - IMG_9341 As the show proceeds, we are ushered into different area...
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012 - IMG_9342 Stories were told....
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013 - IMG_9346 Light changes with the stories being told...
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020 - IMG_9359 Karnak Temple Sacred Lake is the largest of its kind and was dug by Tuthmosis III (1473-1458 BC). It measures 393 feet (120m) by 252 feet (77m) and is lined...
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