Luxor is situated on the east bank of the River Nile in completely flat terrain. The focal point of the town is Luxor Temple. The general feeling is one of welcome and street crime is not evident - armed, uniformed soldiers guard all major hotels, attractions and offices. The possibility of Islamic Fundamentalist attacks on tourists in Egypt remains - Foreign Office advisory notices offer the latest official advice and should be consulted before booking.
Scruffy souk and bazaar-type shopping streets open till late at night in the old town. Near the promenade is a "Tourist Bazaar" where the shopping experience is less intimidating and bartering is not as severe as in the souk. Many larger hotels also have small arcades of shops in them.
There are no beaches but most hotels have gardens with swimming pools.
Places to see include Luxor Templ, Karnak Temple and Luxor Museum which displays items from temples and tombs including Tutankhamun's.
Eating out is mainly hotel-based although there are a few good-quality local restaurants.
Taxis abound outside hotels; agree the fare before setting off. They can also be hired cheaply by the hour or the day for sightseeing. Frequent ferries cross the Nile from Luxor to the West Bank (Thebes).
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Oct 12th, 2000
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