Isn't It Ironic?

Before touring Egypt, condoms were the first thing that came to mind when I heard the name Ramses. But it turns out the randy old goat had more than 150 kids!

Ramsesses II repurposed Luxor Temple, where many pharaohs were crowned, as his own shrine.  He's pictured here with Queen Nefertari, the first of seven royal wives and his favorite.

We visited the beautifully illuminated temple at night.

Ramsesses II included Nubia to the south in his realm.  Some of the temple carvings depict subjects with African features.