Temple of Karnak in Luxor

Often referred to as the Temple of Karnak in Luxor, it was known as Ipet-isu—or “most select of places”—by the ancient Egyptians. It is a city of temples built over 2,000 years and dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. This derelict place is still capable of overshadowing many wonders of the modern world and in its day must have been awe-inspiring. 

When you see pictures of it in the late 1800’s and early on in restoration, it is a wonder that it ever survived.   And if you wander, the “back lot” area the few people ever see, there are still thousands of numbered items  that will likely never be moved again.   Just debris from the ruins.  Recent work ( Oct 2021) for a visit from the Egyptian President did force the completion of some areas.  However, the speed at which it was done make me believe that it wont last a fraction of the time the original did.