The massive temple complex at Medinat Habu is dominated by the immense mortuary temple of Ramses III and his royal palace beside it. The first pylon is covered on both front and back with views of Ramses III vanquishing the sea peoples, and includes images of bound captives from Syria, Palestine, Nubia, and other border countries. The quality of carving... more

One of the lesser visited temples in Luxor, this one located on the Westbank, is the memorial temple of pharaoh Ramesses III. While not exactly empty, you will often find less crowds here than in the temple complexes on the Eastbank. And visiting this temple really gives you an idea about the grandeur and massiveness of the Egyptian temple. It... more