LUXOR TEMPLE

Along the east shores of the Nile River in the heart of Luxor, formerly known as Thebes stands the Luxor Temple. Thebes was once the capital of the world and as such, it retains its importance in history. The temple is home to 2 obelisks made of red granite and a massive statue of Ramesses II stands at the entrance of the temple. 

This ancient temple has seen much change over the years and a mosque now stands on top of the former pharaonic temple. The Romans also painted murals over many of the ancient hieroglyphs while like many ancient treasures, one of the obelisks have been removed and taken to Paris. Even with these changes, the Luxor Temple still is an impressive structure still mostly intact and a true showcase of the city.