Luxor
[ˈlʌk.sɔːr]Meaning
A city in Egypt known for its ancient temples and monuments.
Background Story
Luxor was known in ancient times as Thebes, a city that was once the capital of Egypt. It is famous for the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple. The name 'Luxor' comes from the Arabic word 'Al-Uqsur', which means 'the palaces'.
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