The Temple Of Karnak, Ipet Isut (the most hallowed of places) designates the center of the world where Amun, the creater of the universe, first created himself and then all living beings. His kingdom on earth was ruled by his beloved son, Pharaoh. Amun resided in his temple at Karnak and mankind could maintain cosmic harmony by worshiping Amun in the temple. The coronation of Pharaoh and jubilees were also held here. Eighty thousand people served in the temple during the reign of Ramesses III. For over two thousand years Amun-Re was worshiped at Karnak. The Temple is entered along the access road that is built on the original site of the canal that linked the Temple Of Amun with the Nile River. In ancient times the sacred barque of Amun would sail from the Nile through the canal to the Chapel Of Achoris at the Temple Of Amun-Re on ceremonial voyages. The Temple Of Karnak is much larger in area than this web page can show in detail and it actually connects to the Temple Of Luxor. You have to be there to see it to really appreciate its size.
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The Cairo International Airport (IATA: CAI, ICAO: HECA) is the busiest airport in Egypt and is located to the north-east of the city around 15 km from the business area of the city. Cairo International is the second busiest airport in Africa with over 65 airlines using the Cairo airport (including charter airlines) and 9 cargo airlines. With the assimilation of EgyptAir into Star Alliance in July 2008 the airport has the potential to be a major hub with its positioning between Africa, the Middle East and Europe. In 2008, the airport served 14,360,175 passengers and it is one of the top 100 airports in the world. The airport handles both domestic and international flights, and is open 24 hours a day. We suggest flying into Cairo and staying in one of their many fine hotels when touring Cairo and the ruins in the surrounding areas. We have links on this page that will connect you with flights into Cairo and several of the best hotels in Cairo. A second option is to fly directly to Aswan. The Aswan International Airport (IATA: ASW, ICAO: HESN), also known as Daraw Airport, is the airport located in Aswan, Egypt. You can arrange flights directly to Aswan, If you wish. A third option is to fly directly to Luxor. Luxor International Airport (IATA: LXR, ICAO: HELX) is the main airport serving the city of Luxor, Egypt. It is located about four miles (6km) east of the city. Many charter airlines use the airport, as it is a popular tourist destination for those visiting the River Nile and the Valley of the Kings. After getting a flight and a hotel we suggest asking your hotel concierge to arrange either a car or a tour of Karnak, Luxor, Aswan, or the Cairo area. If you call their Concierge Services ahead of your arrival, all of this can be pre-arranged for you. We do this when traveling in Egypt. It is safe and it works!!! We have never experienced a problem, doing it this way! Therefore, we have placed links to Expedia.com on this page so you can arrange your flights into and out of Karnak, Luxor, Aswan, or the Cairo area; as well as your hotel, when visiting this area.
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| Inside Vestibule Hypostyle Hall With 133 Papyrus-Bud Columns. |
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| Pink Obelisk Of Hatshepsut; 30m High & 200 Tons! |
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| Pink Obelisk Of Hatshepsut; 30m High & 200 Tons! |
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| George With Colossus Of Pinudjem Statue Of Rameses II, Vestibule In Background. |
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| Plan Of Karnak, Enter From First Pylon, Lower Left. |
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| Hypostyle Hall Detail Of The Archs | Hypostyle Hall Detail Of The Columns |
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| Hypostyle Hall Columns & Arches With Stone Windows. | Many Writings! |
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| Stars On Ceiling | This Room Must Have Been A Pond With Lotus Stones |
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| Sacred Lake Facing North | Sacred Lake Facing South, Priests Lived In Houses In Background |
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| Obelisk Of Amenophis III | Northern View Of Karnak From Seventh Pylon Of Tutmosis III |
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| Inside First Court, Pillars Where Kiosk Of Taharka & Sacred Barks Were Kept. | George With Colossus Of Pinudjem, Statue Of Rameses II, Vestibule In Background. | Audrey And Colossus Of Pinudjem. |
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| Inside Vestibule Of Hypostyle Hall With 133 Papyrus-Bud Columns | The Columns Are 23m High! | Artie Was Getting Nice Pictures Too! |
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| "George I'm Lost!" | "Me Too!" | Beautiful Papyrus Columns |
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