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Antiquities
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Ancient Egypt
7/12/2026 8:50:09 PM
A Dutch archaeological mission from Leiden University has uncovered a tomb in the Lower Sheikh Abd El-Qurna area of Luxor’s West Bank, adding a significant new chapter to the archaeological record of the Theban Necropolis.
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Antiquities
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Ancient Egypt
6/12/2026 6:00:59 PM
Egypt continues to modernize the visitor experience at its iconic archaeological sites, with new digital upgrades now in place at the Saqqara necropolis and the Valley of the Kings area in Luxor.
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Al-Ahram Weekly
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Heritage
5/24/2026 5:16:59 PM
A momentous week for archaeology in Luxor is bringing new life to the city’s ancient heritage, writes Nevine El-Aref
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Antiquities
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Museums
5/23/2026 2:27:55 PM
Egypt has begun early preparations to host one of the most anticipated astronomical events of the decade, a total solar eclipse set to take place over the city of Luxor on 2 August 2027.
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Antiquities
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Ancient Egypt
5/19/2026 3:51:00 PM
More than one hundred years after the discovery of the tomb of King Tutankhamun, the original mud sealings that once secured the entrances to the boy king’s burial chambers are now being exhibited to the public for the first time at the Luxor Museum.
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Antiquities
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Ancient Egypt
5/14/2026 10:29:07 PM
Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, inspected ongoing archaeological excavations at Dra Abu El-Naga on Luxor’s West Bank, where an Egyptian mission has uncovered a series of significant new discoveries spanning multiple periods of ancient Egyptian history.
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Antiquities
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Ancient Egypt
5/14/2026 5:46:12 PM
Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, and Luxor governor, Abdel Motaleb Emara, inaugurated two newly restored tombs on Luxor’s West Bank.
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Egypt
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Health
5/7/2026 1:25:10 PM
Luxor’s Tiba Specialized Hospital has won Gold Status at the World Stroke Organization (WSO) Angels Awards for its stroke unit, Egypt’s Healthcare Authority (EHA) said on Thursday, marking a new international recognition for Egypt’s specialized neurological care services under the Universal Health Insurance System (UHIS).
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Al-Ahram Weekly
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Heritage
4/14/2026 7:19:46 PM
The restoration of three tombs in the Al-Khokha Necropolis at Luxor has now been completed
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Antiquities
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Ancient Egypt
4/11/2026 4:11:22 PM
An extensive restoration and development programme is underway at four of Luxor’s most prominent archaeological sites, including the temples of Luxor, Karnak, Seti I, and Deir El-Bahari.
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Al-Ahram Weekly
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Culture
4/7/2026 6:50:21 PM
Hani Mustafa reviews some of the highlights of the Luxor African Film Festival
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Al-Ahram Weekly
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Heritage
3/26/2026 9:52:00 AM
From desert solitude to temple grandeur, new discoveries made across Egypt are revealing more ancient secrets.
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Arts & Culture
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Screens
3/24/2026 9:38:26 PM
In its 15th edition, the Luxor African Film Festival (LAFF) returns as Egypt’s premier celebration of African cinema, honouring legendary filmmakers, presenting rare screenings, and offering workshops and masterclasses.
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Advertising
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Sponsored
3/14/2026 1:27:27 PM
Lazura Developments announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Saqr Investment, in cooperation with one of the major banks and Farida Real Estate Applications Company, to launch and operate the Luxor Hotel project as the first serviced apartment development within Lazura New Cairo Compound in New Cairo, in a deal exceeding EGP 1 billion.
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Egypt
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Urban & Transport
3/1/2026 2:58:58 PM
Egyptian airports received 22 diverted international flights on Saturday, 12 at Cairo International Airport and 10 at Sphinx, Alexandria, Hurghada, Sharm El-Sheikh, and Luxor Airports, due to the closure of airspace in some neighbouring countries amid the ongoing military escalation in the region.
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Arts & Culture
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Stage & Street
3/1/2026 10:52:56 AM
Across Egypt, from Assiut and Luxor to Kafr El-Sheikh and Sharqiya, Ramadan nights come alive with celebrations of arts, literature, and heritage, bringing communities together through music, poetry, visual arts, and cultural workshops.
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Life & Style
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City Lights
2/12/2026 5:54:06 PM
The Korean Cultural Centre (KCC) in Egypt launched the 2026 Korea Culture Caravan at Misr Public Library in Luxor, marking the start of a nationwide initiative aimed at strengthening cultural exchange and people-to-people ties between Egypt and South Korea.
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Al-Ahram Weekly
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Heritage
2/9/2026 11:52:00 PM
Some of Egypt’s most ambitious archaeological and conservation efforts are unfolding in Luxor, including a major project at the Ramesseum and the renovation of the Luxor Museum, reports Nevine El-Aref
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Egypt
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Tourism
2/7/2026 6:49:59 PM
Tiffany Trump, daughter of US President Donald Trump, visited Luxor on Saturday as part of a private tourist trip with her husband, businessman Michael Boulos, and other family members, amid heightened security measures.
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Egypt
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Society
1/14/2026 4:40:53 PM
The Ministry of Agriculture has vaccinated and neutered more than 2,700 stray dogs across Egypt since the start of January, including through a targeted campaign at major archaeological sites in Luxor, as part of efforts to improve public safety and strengthen the country’s rabies control programme.
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