December
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/ 2022
Karnak in Egypt is the largest known religious complex on Earth located on the east side of the River Nile at the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes. Referred to as the Vatican of ancient Egypt, many revere Karnak as the most significant religious sanctuary of its era. Construction at Karnak is believed to have started almost 4,000 years ago, continuing over more than two millennia. An amazing complex of different temples, Karnak is a stunning example of ancient Egyptian architecture, including the Hypostyle Hall, Hatshepsut obelisk and even the Avenue of the Sphinxes. The name Karnak in ancient Egyptian means “the most select of places,” and the main temple was updated and altered over time by many different pharaohs. Construction
