Buses parked outside the huge temple of Karnak in the city of Luxor

The town of Luxor has a long history, being very prominent during the time of the ancient Egyptians. As a result, the city now has some of the most prominent remains from that time period, and is a natural tourist stop. One of the biggest such tourist destinations in Luxor is the huge temple complex of Karnak, which is not fully open to tourists and is yet spectacular.
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