In 1889 the construction of the first Aswan Dam "the Lower Aswan Dam" was started. The Low Dam was completed in 1902. The Low Dam was 54 m high and later increased its height in two phases; from 1907 to 1912 and from 1929 to 1933.Read More

There are also monuments from later times. One of the temples preserved in Luxor is the Temple of Esna. The Temple is in the city of Esna which is located 50 km south of Luxor.Read More

The pharaonic temples reflect the importance of religion and its beliefs. The temples are not only in Luxor but also you can find other temples in other cities of Upper Egypt. One of the outstanding temples is the Temple of Abydos. This Temple is in Sohag, 135 km north of Luxor and 420 km south...Read More

One of the most important temples in Egypt is the Dendera Complex. The Complex is considered one of the most preserved complexes in Egypt. It is south of Abidos, 2.5 km southeast of Dendera.Read More

The Valley of Noble's west of Luxor on the west bank of the River Nile. Ministers, priests, army soldiers, and officials of the king's palace were buried there. Most of the nobles were from the 17th, 19th, and 20th dynasties.Read More