Luxor Temple

The Hidden Gem Retreat in Luxor That’s Drawing In-the-know Travelers

"Sandstone pylons and monumental entrance statues of the god Amon rise beneath an open sky, evoking the site's long history as the ritual heart of the Amon cult and a favorite focus of pharaonic expansion. The temple's processional architecture and riverbank setting convey grand ceremonial scale, and visitors today experience its pearlescent light and layered archaeology—though access to the most popular central stretches is often controlled by ticketing." - Chris Wallace Chris Wallace Chris Wallace is a New York-based writer and photographer. He recently published his first book, "Twentieth-Century Man," about the late artist Peter Beard. His work has been featured in The New York Times, The Financial Times, and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines