Luxor

In pics: Luxor skies witness 52 hot air balloon flights after 2-day hiatus due to bad weather

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 - 11:16 GMT

Luxor Governorate occupies an advanced rank in the classification of countries that operate in the balloon, as it occupies the third place in the world.

Hot-air balloon flights resume in Luxor after 4-day hiatus

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 - 10:06 GMT

A total of 45 balloons flew in the sky on Thursday morning, carrying more than 1100 tourists from around the world, amid a state of joy and happiness, Youm7 reported.

Hot-air balloon flights halted in Luxor for 3d day in row due to speed winds

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 - 10:56 GMT

Balloon flights are considered one of the most important adventure trips in the world, as Luxor is one of the most famous international cities in this field, due to its warm atmosphere and extensive preparations.

Queen of Belgium, Duchess of Brabant arrive in Luxor to visit monuments

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 - 01:16 GMT

Queen Matilda of Belgium, and Her Royal Highness Princess Elisabeth, Duchess of Brabant Province in Belgium, arrived at the historic Winter Palace Hotel in the Nile Corniche in Luxor, where Queen Elizabeth resided during her visit to Egypt in 1923.

Luxor skies witnesses 55 hot air balloon flights, carrying 1.5K tourists

Sat, 18 Feb 2023 - 02:56 GMT

A total of 55 hot air balloon flights took off in the western mainland skies of Luxor Saturday, carrying more than 1,500 tourists from around the world to enjoy the magic of nature and ancient Egyptian civilization.

Egypt opens tombs of Djehouty & Huri from the New Kingdom in Dra’ Abu El-Naga in Luxor

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 - 11:34 GMT

Egypt opens tombs of Djehouty & Huri from the New Kingdom in Dra’ Abu El-Naga in Luxor

Luxor skies witness 45 hot-air balloon flights, carrying 1.2K tourists

Sat, 04 Feb 2023 - 11:49 GMT

The flights on Saturday had the first adventure trip over the temples, pharaonic tombs, and the charming nature and the Nile River, two days after the cancellation of flights due to bad weather and wind speed.

Egypt announces discovery of the 1st complete residential city on the east bank of Luxor

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 - 12:51 GMT

Egypt announces the discovery of the 1st complete residential city on the east bank of Luxor.

Egypt announces the discovery of royal tomb in the Western Valley of Theban Mountain on Luxor’s West Bank

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 - 08:16 GMT

Egypt announces the discovery of royal tomb in the Western Valley of Theban Mountain on Luxor’s West Bank

In pics: Highlighting season of tomatoe drying in Egypt's Luxor

Sat, 31 Dec 2022 - 12:32 GMT

Egypt Today monitored a special magic that brings together workers to harvest tomatoes during the winter season, preparing them for cutting and drying on sawmills, and collecting them in sacks until they are prepared for export abroad.

Luxor Museum of Ancient Egyptian Art celebrates its 47th launching anniversary on Dec. 12

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 - 11:11 GMT

The museum will also present lectures that shed light on the history of its establishment and the distinguished archaeological treasures it displays.

Ivanka Trump ‘explores wonders of Luxor’ with her family

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 - 06:51 GMT

Ivanka Trump, daughter of the former US President Donald Trump, posted several photos of her visit to Luxor along with her family on her Facebook account, Wednesday.

15th Luxor International Painting Symposium kicks off on Dec.7

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 - 10:35 GMT

Participants must be part of the fine art movement.

Library of Luxor Museum of Ancient Egyptian Art re-opens on Nov. 4

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 - 12:26 GMT

The development work of the library resumed for a year.

Solar-powered cars operated at Deir el-Bahari, Valley of the Kings

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 - 11:57 GMT

This confirms the keenness of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities to use modern technology and activate the basics of sustainable tourism.

Luxurious Italian brand Stefano Ricci celebrates its Golden Jubilee at Temple of Hatshepsut in Luxor

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 - 09:46 GMT

The celebratory event was attended by a number of Egyptian and international public figures.

Haya Karima changes lives in Luxor, develop 37 youth centers

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 - 07:22 GMT

Under the presidential initiative 'Haya Karima,' Upper Egypt's governorate of Luxor is witnessing full-swing development works in 1,500 villages.

Thinking of doing time in Luxor as fall begins? Don't miss hot-air balloon rides

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 - 07:05 GMT

Hot-air balloon flights are considered one of the most adventurous trips in the world, and Luxor city occupies third place in the world in hot-air balloon flights.

Thebes’ antiquities considered Egypt's most important discoveries of last century

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 - 12:17 GMT

The banks of the Nile in Luxor are filled with so many ruins of Egypt's illustrious past.

Restoration work on Great Pillar Hall at Karnak Temples resumes

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 - 12:26 GMT

The restoration of columns No. 59 and 68 has begun.

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