As many as 63 hot air balloons decorated the skies of Luxor on Sunday, carrying 1,600 tourists of different nationalities.

Representative of the Egyptian Federation of Hot Air Ballooning Companies in Luxor Ahmed Aboud said Luxor ranks third worldwide in organizing hot air balloon trips that fly over the city’s archaeological sites, the Nile River and agricultural lands.

Hot air balloon rides over the ancient wonders of Luxor are the tourists’ favorite, as they get a chance to explore the cities’ spectacular landscape and famous landmarks, he also said.

Source: State Information Service Egypt