Luxor’s business district - market day - A balloon journey - Sound and Light Show

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Luxor’s business district
To the east is Luxor’s bustling business district filled with street vendors, grocers, restaurants, department stores, and a thriving McDonald’s.
The smells of spices and grilling fish waft through the air.
The shouts of men selling sweet dates, fresh juices, tins of mackerel, and a bewildering array of cheap housewares compete with shouting tour guides, honking buses, and the sirens of VIP motorcades.

The market day
The major weekly market is on Tuesday mornings.
The market is worth exploring.
But to get the flavor of Luxor Temple free from modern intrusions, it is necessary to go deep inside it, where Ancient stone walls block views of the modern buildings and shut out the din of the city.
It is even better to visit in the evening, when the walls are illuminated and the Temple is engulfed by surrounding darkness.

A balloon journey
For a better view of these monuments, they must be viewed from the air.

Drifting above the Ancient monuments from the comfort of the balloon's basket, you will be able to see the sights in a new way.

You will also see spectacular views of the River Nile, which runs through the center of the city.

Most balloon flights depart from various points along the west bank and will provide a truly memorable experience on any holiday to

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The Sound and Light Show Central corridor and four colossi by night
There is an abundance of sightseeing in Luxor, but if you only do one thing it should be to see "The Sound & Light Show", held at Karnak (Karnac) Temple.

Luxor Temple is beautifully lit at night so it's worth visiting the site at sunset.