Esna Temple (Temple of Khnum)

À propos

About 55 km south of Luxor. Only the great hypostyle hall of the Temple of Khnum survives, sitting some 9 m below today's street level. Recent restoration has revealed vivid colours on its ceiling and columns. A common stop on Nile cruises between Luxor and Aswan.

Visitor information

Recommended visit

45 min – 1 h

Best time to visit

October to April, early in the morning before the heat and the crowds.

How to get there

About an hour's drive south of Luxor, and a stop for many Nile cruises.

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