Introduction to the Site
Introduction to the Site
Thebes is one of the largest, richest, and best-known archaeological sites in the world. It includes the two huge temple complexes at Karnak and Luxor, as well as thousands of tombs, scores of smaller temples, and numerous other buildings. This chapter briefly reviews the history of the area, discusses the sometimes debated boundaries of the protected area, and describes the general construction and decoration of the tombs.
Keywords: Egypt, Karnak, Luxor, temple, Thebes, World Heritage Site
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