While preparing for my (now finished) trip through Israel and Egypt I had picked up a number of travel and guide books at the library.
These are a great source of ideas/reference for temples and such!
Here is an example of one from the Rough Guide to Egypt:
I figure posting the image here is fair use (consider this both a review and a reference), and I am crediting the original publisher.
Next time you are in the public library, check out the travel guide section!
-Rob A>
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