Thebes

Thebes spans across both banks of the Nile River, covering 93 square kilometers with temples, tombs, and monuments from ancient Egyptian civilization.

The city reached its peak during the New Kingdom period from 1550-1070 BCE, when pharaohs constructed grand temples using resources from their Asian and African conquests.

The temples of Karnak and Luxor, combined with the Valley of the Kings and Queens, demonstrate the religious and burial practices of ancient Egyptian society.

The archaeological site contains multiple sections accessible through guided tours, with winter months providing more comfortable temperatures for extended visits.

The Karnak temple complex extends over 1.5 kilometers by 800 meters, making it one of the largest religious structures ever built in human history.

Location: Luxor Governorate

Location: Qena Governorate

Inception: 3200 BCE

Elevation above the sea: 78 m

GPS coordinates: 25.72056,32.61028

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:08