Luxor, Egypt

Luxor one of the popular destination of Egypt is situated on the east bank of River Nile. Named as Thebes in ancient Egyptian period, Luxor today represents an exotic base for touring Upper Egypt. Characterized as the greatest open-air museum in world, Luxor presents the perfect example of blend of ancient heritage with modernity.

Thebes, as Luxor was known in the ancient time, was the capital city of Egypt during the Middle Kingdom and most of the part of New Kingdom. It was only during the 19th century that showed the transition of government to the Delta. This ancient city of Thebes has grown into a modern metropolitan city along with the passing of time. But it doesn't lose its charm and beauty.

Luxor city is among Egypt's popular destination that has many attractions in its lap to explore. From the tomb of Tutankhamun to the dramatic Valley of Kings and from the two great world famous temple complexes of Karnak and Luxor to the refreshing and adventurous Nile River cruises, Luxor has everything for everyone.

One of Luxor attraction is Museum of Mummification. It is one of its kinds dedicated to the process and history of mummification the art of burial of Egypt. Like other cities of Egypt the main source of income of Luxor is tourism only. At present this ancient powerhouse of Egypt grown into a modern city with many hotels, restaurants and sightseeing attractions.

Luxor has its own international airport that connects the city with other cities in world and in Egypt too. Luxor can also be reachable by means of train. Egyptian Railways operate both first class and ordinary trains to and from Luxor. Luxor is also connected with Aswan by means of waterways.