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Luxor is an essential part of any visit to Egypt. Take in the cursed tomb of Tutankhamun, in the dramatic Valley of the Kings at Thebes, which is a must for all intrepid travellers. Luxor is also home to the biggest temple in Egypt, the vast Karnak Temple complex that holds the Great Temple within its walls. But there's more to the ancient city than visiting pyramids, for a taste of luxury take a trip over the ruins of Thebes in a hot-air balloon. Or take a trip down the Nile in a hired felucca for a river-view of Luxor and the ancient ruins. And if you want a taste of "real" Egyptian life sneak off into one of Luxor's souks try to get away from the touristy areas and lose yourself in the bustle and colour of Egyptian street life.
On 24 April 2006, there were three explosions at three separate locations in the resort town of Dahab in the Sinai Peninsula, resulting in a number of deaths and injuries.
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