EGYPT: Nile Cruise & Ancient Monuments (Luxor, Aswan, Giza)
Impression of Egypt along the Nile. More videos of the 7-day Nile Cruise:
Egyptian civilization have depended on the river Nile since ancient times. Most of the population and cities of Egypt lie along the Nile valley north of Aswan. Silt deposits from the Nile made the surrounding land fertile because the river overflowed its banks annually. The Ancient Egyptians cultivated and traded wheat, flax, papyrus and other crops around the Nile. The Nile was also a convenient and efficient means of transportation for people and goods. Nearly all the cultural and historical sites of Ancient Egypt are found along river banks.
The Nile was an important part of ancient Egyptian spiritual life and considered to be a causeway from life to death and the afterlife. The east was thought of as a place of birth and growth, and the west was considered the place of death. Thus, all tombs were west of the Nile, because the Egyptians believed that in order to enter the afterlife, they had to be buried on the side that symbolized death.
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Day 1 (00:35) - Hurghada to Luxor (by bus)
Day 2 (02:33) - Cruiseship MS Nile Odyssey; Karnak Temple; Luxor to Edfu
Day 3 (09:40) - Edfu to Kom Ombo; Kom Ombo Temple; Kom Ombo to Aswan
Day 4 (13:59) - ASWAN: Philae Temple; Aswan High Dam; Kitchener Island (botanic garden); Nubian village
Day 5 (22:57) - Abu Simbel Temples; Aswan to Edfu
Day 6 (28:45) - Edfu to Luxor; Esna lock; Luxor Temple; Luxor Museum
Day 7 (38:23) - LUXOR: Valley of the Kings; Alabaster factory; Hatshepsut Temple; Medinet Habu Temple; Colossi of Memnon; Luxor carriage ride
Extra (54:57) - CAIRO: Hurghada to Cairo (by bus); Egyptian Museum; Giza Pyramids & Sphinx
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The Colossi of Memnon (51:16) are two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, who reigned in Egypt during the Dynasty XVIII. For the past 3,400 years (since 1350 BC), they have stood in the Theban Necropolis, located west of the River Nile from the modern city of Luxor. Two shorter figures are carved into the front throne alongside his legs: these are his wife Tiye and mother Mutemwiya. The side panels depict the Nile god Hapy.
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities (55:30), known commonly as the Egyptian Museum, in Cairo-Egypt, is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities. It has 120,000 items, with a representative amount on display, the remainder in storerooms. It houses the world's largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities.
Part of the collection will be moved to the new Grand Egyptian Museum set to open in 2020. It will house Tutankhamun's complete collection of between 4000 and 5000 artefacts, many of which are undergoing restoration and have never been displayed; the vast collection we have viewed at the old museum represents only about a third of the whole. The Grand Egyptian Museum is located on 50 hectares at Giza, two kilometres from the Grand Pyramids. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo will remain open.
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Filmed in March 2019 with the Panasonic HC-VX1 in full HD 1080p-50fps, mp4-format.
No tripod was used, it was not allowed (also there wouldn't be enough time during group excursions).
A videography ticket (EP 300) is needed to film inside the Abu Simbel Temples, Valley of the Kings, and museums.
To take pictures only in museums, a photography ticket is needed (EGP 50).
The cruise was booked via Corendon travel agency in the Netherlands/Holland.
1 week Nile Cruise - all inclusive:
1 week Nile Cruise + 1 week in resort (where we stayed)- all inclusive:
Optional (not included): Abu Simbel Temples (by bus), Kitchener's Island & Nubian village, Luxor Carriage ride, Luxor museum, Giza pyramids (by bus).
Our Corendon guide during the cruise was Essam Fayez (Egyptian nacionality). This excellent Dutch speaking guide contributed greatly to a fantastic holiday.
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1. Nile Street, East Bank, 11811 Luxor, Egypt, From € 241
Showcasing an outdoor pool and views of the mountains, M/Y Alexander The Great Nile Cruise - 4 Nights Every Saturday From Luxor - 3 Nights Every Wednesday from Aswan is located in Luxor. Haven (East Bank Luxor) Boat Ramp is 6.3 km away.
Haven (West Bank Luxor) Boat Ramp is 6.4 km from M/Y Alexander The Great Nile Cruise - 4 Nights Every Saturday From Luxor - 3 Nights Every Wednesday from Aswan. The property provides a free airport shuttle service.
2. Kornich Al Nile, Al Boghdadi Dock, East Bank, 99999 Luxor, Egypt, From € 509
Nile Goddess Cruise features elegant, modern accommodations with panoramic views of the Nile River, in route between Luxor and Aswan. It features a rooftop pool, a nightclub and a spa.
The itinerary of the cruise includes visits to Esna and Karnak Temple. The cruise is programmed in a 4 and 7-day trip. Luxor International Airport is a 25-minute drive away.
3. Travco Dock , in front of Winter Palace Hotel, Cornish El Nile, East Bank, 99999 Luxor, Egypt, From € 272
Luxor International Airport is a 20-minute drive from Steigenberger Minerva Cruise. The itinerary of the cruise includes visit to Aswan and Luxor which is programmed 7 and 4 nights each thursday.
4. Luxor, East Bank, Luxor, Egypt, From € 1,978
The Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise sails across the Nile from Luxor to Aswan in 7 nights. It offers a spa, outdoor pool and restaurant. Free Wi-Fi access is available on board.
On-board facilities include a fitness centre, games room and evening entertainment. Meeting facilities and a business centre are provided at an added cost.
5. Corniche Al Nile, Marsa Al Boghdadi, East Bank, 99999 Luxor, Egypt, From € 186
Situated in the East bank district in Luxor, Radamis I Nile Cruise Every Thursday from Luxor & Every Monday from Aswan offers an outdoor pool and fitness centre. There is a restaurant and guests can have fun at the casino. Colossi of Memnon is 9 km away.
Luxor Museum is 9 km from Radamis I Nile Cruise, while Medinet Habu Temple is 9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Luxor International Airport, 11 km from Radamis I Nile Cruise Every Thursday from Luxor & Every Monday from Aswan.
6. Kornesh Al Nile, Marsa Al Boghdadi, East Bank, 99999 Luxor, Egypt, From € 186
Offering a year-round outdoor pool, Radamis II Nile Cruise - Luxor/Aswan - 04 nights each Monday & 3 nights each Friday is located in Luxor, 9 km from Colossi of Memnon. Luxor Museum is 9 km from the property.
Medinet Habu Temple is 9 km from Radamis II Nile Cruise - Luxor/Aswan - 04 nights each Monday & 3 nights each Friday. The nearest airport is Luxor International Airport, 11 km from the property.
7. Cornich Al Nile, El Boghdadi Dock, East Bank, Luxor, Egypt, From € 1,006
Sailing on the Nile River between Luxor and Aswan, the Sonesta Star Goddess Cruise offers luxurious suites with private balconies. It features a swimming pool and a spa.
The main dining area is located on the lower deck. You can also enjoy a meal at the Sun Deck Bar & Barbecue while sailing down the Nile. The Lounge serves a range of beverages and boasts a dance floor.
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This is the complete look of what a 10 day Egypt Itinerary is like. Following the path of Ancient Egypt, we started in Cairo and moved down to Luxor, and Aswan with Djed Egypt Travel. The best part had to have been our Dahabiya Nile Cruise. This was a trip of a lifetime. Open this up to learn more ↓
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- Comfort Pyramids Inn 0:53
- The Great Pyramid 1:07
- Khufu's Pyramid King's Chamber 1:18
- Camel Ride at Panorama 1:32
- The Great Sphinx 1:40
- Bent Pyramid 1:50
- Bent Pyramid King's Chamber 1:51
- Step Pyramid 2:05
- Pyramid of Teti 2:19
- Saqqara Farmhouse Lunch 2:25
- Golden Eagle Papyrus 2:30
- Traditional Egyptian Breakfast 2:57
- Egyptian Museum 3:17
- Old Cairo 4:36
- Khan al-Khalili 4:55
- Koshary Abou Tarek 5:01
- Koueider Ice Cream 5:20
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- Luxor Temple 5:39
- Karnak Temple 6:01
- Sofra Restaurant & Cafe 6:16
- Local Falafel Shop - 6:50
- Valley of the Kings 7:04
- Temple of Hatshepsut 8:04
- Valley of the Nobles 8:21
- Sekhmet Alabaster Shop 8:32
- Medinet Habu Temple 8:45
- Colossi of Memnon 8:58
- Sofra Restaurant & Cafe 9:10
- Villa Nile House 9:22
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- Temple of Khnum 9:32
- Esna Market 9:46
- Dahabiya Nile Cruise on the Loulia 9:57
- El-Kab Tombs 11:22
- Temple of Edfu 13:07
- Petroglyphs at Wadi El Shat 14:06
- Village of El Hamam 14:24
- Gebel el Silsia 15:11
- Temple of Kom Ombo 16:09
- Daraw Camel Market 16:35
- Daraw Market 16:43
- Harbeyab Village 17:06
[ASWAN]
- Abu Simbel Temple Complex 18:06
- Local Seafood Restaurant 18:34
- Basma Hotel 18:42
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LUXOR TEMPLE & VALLEY OF THE KINGS | Egypt Travel Vlog
We only had one day to explore Luxor, Egypt, so even though we barely slept on the overnight train from Cairo, we went out at 7:00 A.M. to be the first and only tourists at the incredible Luxor Temple! It was totally worth it because it wasn't too hot yet and we took all the videos and photos we wanted with NO other people! Once the first tour bus arrived, we headed back to our hotel and had breakfast (AND COFFEE), but then decided to nap for few hours to wait out the mid day heat before heading to the Valley of the Kings via a $0.10 ferry and $7 taxi. Once again, we felt like there should have been way more tourists than there was, but we weren't complaining!
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Luxor, Egypt - World's Greatest Open Air Museum by the Nile
Luxor, Egypt - The city on the east bank of the Nile River that is rich with lots of historical tombs, museums, monuments, and temples that made it the world's greatest open air museum. Luxor is the place where the kings and queens of old Egypt were crowned.
Luxor, Egypt, is the city that tourists visit for two different reasons: first of all it is filled with lots of historical museums and temples which people get astonished by. Second, being placed by the Nile River give this city a different look and atmosphere, one that make people happy with the view which they might as well receive from their hotel rooms.
There are several things we have seen in this city, the one that is really considered an open air museum because every single direction one tends to look in, there is something to be spotted. The ruins of the temple complexes at Karnak and Luxor stand in the middle of the modern city, which was the site of the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes.
On the opposite side across the Nile River, there are the monuments, temples, and tombs of the west bank Necropolis, which include the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens. The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is one of the most famous landmarks of Luxor that tourists from all over the world come to see.
The west bank of Luxor has always been the main area for cemeteries and mortuary temples, and this is a role that has not been changed till these days. Luxor Temple is one of the sites that is also considered different since this ancient Egyptian complex is a place where people get to walk in between those long pillars and just think about how the Pharaohs managed to build them; this place is where many of the kings of Egypt where crowned.
Among the different sites which one will have to visit in Luxor, Egypt, Karnak Temple is on the list and it is considered a vast open air museum and the second ancient religious in the world, making Luxor a place that stands on top due to the different ancient historical treasures that it carries.
Generally speaking, there are several things one should see in Luxor and which are divided between the west bank and the east bank. In the West Bank, there is the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Madinet Habu (memorial temple of Ramses III), the Ramseseum (memorial temple of Ramses II), Tombs of the Nobles, Deir Al-Bahri which is the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Malkata (palace of Amenophis III) as well as Colossi of Memnon (memorial temple of Amenophis III).
On the other side, those attractions found on the east bank include Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Luxor Museum, and the Mummification Museum.
For those who plan to travel to Luxor, Egypt, they always include Aswan in this plan because they are next to one another and they could even book a room in a Nile Cruise that will take them through Luxor and Aswan and show them the historical landmarks during the trip by stopping at these spots and letting the tourists come down and enjoy the place - they could even book the whole thing with a tour guide.
Getting the chance to see the different monuments, temples, and museums is the number one reason behind heading to Luxor, Egypt, but some people plan to make this trip extraordinary with doing any of the activities which they might not get the chance to do anywhere else, such as riding the air balloon or else riding a horse carriage. In Aswan, make sure to go and enjoy the Nubian life if you have the time to, because the colors of the place will make you feel like you want to stay there forever.
Egypt is one of the countries that is stuffed with lots of historical places for the tourists to visit and come across but most of those who choose Egypt as their destination tend to start with Cairo, so if your trip is going to start there, you have to know that a train to Luxor will take about 12 hours and is considered very tiring, so you could better book a plane ticket. In addition to that, the weather in Egypt is usually hot in summer but when it comes to Luxor and Aswan, this hotness is doubled, so it is better to come in winter or the first days of spring.
This was our experience in Luxor, Egypt, so tell us how was yours if you have been there? Since we want our trips to Egypt to be different, we think that checking Al Fayoum ( or heading to Alexandria ( should be our next plans, or we could even surf the internet and search for the other cities or places in Egypt which are known with famous landmarks or activities which we might be able to visit.
At Connolly Cove channel, you will be able to receive several recommendations and suggestions for the places to visit in the countries you are planning to travel to. We are mainly focused on Ireland and Northern Ireland but lately we decided to expand to other countries that we even managed to reach Egypt eventually and see it differently, and here we are in Luxor this time.
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Top10 Recommended Hotels in Luxor, Egypt: 1. Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa *****
2. Jolie Ville Kings Island Luxor *****
3. Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor *****
4. Steigenberger Nile Palace - Convention Center *****
5. Sonesta St. George Hotel - Convention Center *****
6. Pavillon Winter Luxor *****
7. Achti Resort *****
8. Nefertiti Hotel Luxor ***
9. Iberotel Luxor ****
10. Mercure Luxor Karnak *****
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1. El Karnak El Gadid St., East Bank, Luxor, Egypt, From € 72
On the banks of the Nile, Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa offers stylish rooms with uninterrupted views from the water’s edge, luxurious spa facilities and stunning infinity pools.
2. Awameya Road, Kings Island, East Bank, Luxor, Egypt, From € 44
Jolie Ville Kings Island Luxor is a luxurious resort situated on a private island. Surrounded by 165 acres of landscaped gardens, it overlooks the Nile and features 3 outdoor swimming pools.
3. Corniche El Nile, East Bank, Luxor, Egypt, From € 82
A stunning example of Victorian architecture, this prestigious hotel is a short walk from Luxor Temple and features high-standard facilities.
4. Khaled Ben Walid St, East Bank, Luxor, Egypt, From € 24
This Steigenberger hotel is situated in the heart of Luxor and provides modern accommodation with stunning views of the Nile.
5. Corniche El Nile Street, East Bank, Luxor, Egypt, From € 24
In Luxor and overlooking the Nile, the Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor features contemporary accommodations with free Wi-Fi in public areas, a health spa and fine dining in its restaurant. It is just over 1.6 km from Luxor Station.
6. 17,Cornish El Nile Street,Beside Luxor Temple, East Bank, Luxor, Egypt, From € 43
Pavillon Winter Luxor offers 3 restaurants, 2 bars, and warm hospitality in the heart of Luxor city. It overlooks the River Nile and is just 100 m away from the Luxor Temple.
7. Al Awameya, East Bank, 83951 Luxor, Egypt, From € 29
On the banks of the River Nile, this luxury resort has 2 outdoor pools and 8 acres of gardens. It features spacious bedrooms with balconies and views of the river and the countryside.
8. Al-Sahaby Lan,In Front Of Luxor Temple, East Bank, 99999 Luxor, Egypt, From € 15
Overlooking the ancient Luxor Temple, Nefertiti offers comfortable rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom. Luxor’s train station is only a 10 minute walk away.
9. Khaled Ibn El Waleed Street, East Bank, 99999 Luxor, Egypt, From € 17
A heated pool floating on the Nile is one of the most unique features of this 4-star hotel. Overlooking the Theben Hills, Iberotel Luxor also offers a restaurant boat and rooms with private balconies.
10. El Zinia Gebly Street, East Bank, Luxor, Egypt, From € 22
This luxury resort is located by the Nile and is 12 km away from Luxor Airport. It offers an elegant accommodation with a moorish style and overlooks the surrounding gardens.
NILE RIVER CRUISE - 3 DAYS
We take a 3 day cruise along the Nile from Aswan to Luxor. On the way we see some amazing temples and enjoy life on the river.
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EGYPT: Valley of the Kings - Luxor
The Valley of the Kings is a valley in Egypt where rock cut tombs were excavated for the pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom (the Eighteenth to the Twentieth Dynasties of Ancient Egypt).
The valley stands on the west bank of the Nile, opposite Thebes (modern Luxor), within the heart of the Theban Necropolis. It consists of two valleys, East Valley (where the majority of the royal tombs are situated) and West Valley (only one tomb is open to the public).
The Valley was used for primary burials for a period of nearly 500 years from the 16th to 11th century BC. It contains at least 63 tombs, beginning with Thutmose I (or possibly earlier, during the reign of Amenhotep I) and ending with Ramesses X or XI, although non-Royal burials continued in usurped tombs.
Only about 20 of the tombs actually contain the remains of kings. The remains of nobles and of the royal family, together with unmarked pits and embalming caches, make up the rest. Around the time of Ramesses I (ca. 1301 BC) construction commenced in the separate Valley of the Queens.
The royal tombs are decorated with scenes from Egyptian mythology and give clues as to the beliefs and funerary rituals of the period. Almost all of the tombs seem to have been opened and robbed in antiquity, but they still give an idea of the opulence and power of the pharaohs.
The tombs were constructed and decorated by the workers of the village of Deir el-Medina. The daily lives of these workers are quite well known and are recorded in tombs and official documents.
In modern times the valley has become famous for the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun (with its rumours of the curse of the pharaohs), and is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world. In 1979, it became a World Heritage Site, along with the rest of the Theban Necropolis. Exploration, excavation and conservation continues in the valley.
Most of the tombs are not open to the public (18 of the tombs can be opened, but they are rarely open at the same time), and officials occasionally close those that are open for restoration work. Tour guides are no longer allowed to lecture inside the tombs, and visitors are expected to proceed quietly and in single file through the tombs. This is to minimize time in the tombs and prevent the crowds from damaging the surfaces of the decoration.
El Qurn is the highest point (420 m) in the Theban Hills. It has an almost pyramidal shape when viewed from the entrance to the Valley of the Kings, and therefore some Egyptologists believe it may have been the reason for choosing the location as a royal necropolis.
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One of our favourite days so far in Egypt as we begin our overnight Egyptian Felucca boat cruise on the Nile from Aswan to Luxor. We sleep out in the stars, have a local Nubian house visit...but first of all we started nice and early at 3am to see the Best Egyptian temple so far...Abu Simbel the temple for Pharaoh King Ramases the 2nd.
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Luxor Egypt Travel Guide (from Cairo to Luxor for ONLY $25 Round Trip)
Getting from Cairo to Luxor for $25 roundtrip is just the start! Here’s a peak at what 2 days in Luxor looks like - how to get there, where to stay, and of course things to do :) We went to Luxor for two days back in May and it was HOT, but we still got a chance to see all the major sights: Luxor Temple, Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple and Habu Temple. Luxor has a unique beauty that is fed by Nile and runs through each and every statue, pillar, and monument from thousands of years ago. It is still hard to believe that everything we saw was created by humans so long ago our modern minds can’t quite comprehend it. This place is one of the most special places we have ever visited, and it is well worth more than a couple of days to see.
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In this video, you will watch me crossing the Nile river in the cheapest possible way. I just paid 1 L.E (3.5 Indian Rupees) to cross the Nile river in a public boat. Again I was hassled by the touts, taxi drivers, travel agents, etc. at the West Bank. I have also shared my experience of tourist scam in Cambodia - Thailand trip. I visited the Hatshepsut temple. I have shared the information about the entry ticket in Hatshepsut temple. I had Koshari, Roz Belaban and Fool in the lunch. So you will see it is not difficult to get the vegetarian food in Egypt. Also, you will see a few crazy Bollywood fans of Egypt. I came back to Luxor train station to catch the train to Cairo. You will also get a glimpse of the coming video in which I am going to show you my train journey from Luxor to Cairo, my experience in Cairo Metro and the famous place in Cairo, Tahrir square.
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Luxor Egypt VLOG - Hilton Luxor - We meet one of the most famous Egyptians
Luxor Egypt VLOG - Hilton Luxor - We run into one of the most famous woman Egypt - Bushra
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Luxor Hilton 0:53
Hilton Suite Tour 1:47
Luxor Hilton Spa 6:17
Luxor Hilton Breakfast Buffet 8:17
Luxor Hilton Pool 11:46
Lunch on the Nile 16:04
Bushra 16:56
The Luxor Hilton was amazing. We visited and stayed in Suite number 246 with huge and beautiful. The staff at the Hilton were gracious and professional. We spend a couple days in Luxor which was amazing. While eating lunch on the Nile we ran into one of the most famous women / personalities in in Egypt, Bushra. She was doing a live Instagram stream and was so gracious to us. Egypt is just amazing, keep watching for more great Egypt videos.
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EGYPT: Luxor Temple
Luxor Temple is a large Ancient Egyptian temple complex located on the east bank of the Nile River in the city today known as Luxor (ancient Thebes). It was constructed approximately 1400 BCE.
Unlike the other temples in Luxor, Luxor temple is not dedicated to a cult god or a deified version of the king in death. Instead Luxor temple is dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship; it may have been where many of the kings of Egypt were crowned.
To the rear of the temple are chapels built by Amenhotep III of the 18th Dynasty, and Alexander. Other parts of the temple were built by Tutankhamun and Ramesses II. During the Roman era, the temple and its surroundings were a legionary fortress and the home of the Roman government in the area. During the Roman period a chapel inside the Luxor Temple originally dedicated to goddess Mut was transformed in to a Tetrarchy cult chapel and later in to a church.
Luxor temple was built with sandstone. This sandstone from the Gebel el-Silsila region, which is located in South-Western Egypt, is referred to as Nubian Sandstone. This sandstone was used for the construction for monuments in Upper Egypt as well as in the course of past and current restoration works.
The Avenue of Sphinxes that links the Luxor and Karnak temples is being restored.
The Mosque of Abu Haggag stands atop the ruins of Luxor Temple, just inside the entrance.
March 17, 2019
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