Location:

The magnificent Temple of Luxor is located in downtown on the East bank of the Nile in Luxor about 2Km from Luxor train station.

Who built it?

It was built by AmunhotepIII in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. It was dedicated to the great god Amun-Ra, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu together representing the Theban triad.

Why was it built?

It was the center of the most important festival which was celebrated in ancient time. The festival name was the Opet festival held from Karnak temple to Luxor temple.

Explantian :

It consists of

1- A Pylon

2- The Court of Ramsses

3- Al Hagag Mosque

4- The Court of Amenhotep III