Only Las Vegas could boast the world’s brightest, most powerful beam of light.
The Luxor Sky Beam is visible from miles away on the Las Vegas Strip!
Did you know that the Luxor has a 315,000-watt light beam that airplane passengers can see from as far as 250 miles away? This feature was added because the Egyptians believed their souls would travel up to heaven in a beam of light. The Luxor light beam is a tribute to the Luxor Temple in Egypt and is made up of 39 xenon lamps that create a brightness of 42.3 billion candelas. It was inaugurated in 1993 and is a remarkable example of human imagination and engineering capabilities.
The Luxor Hotel and Casino has implemented sustainable practices to offset the environmental impact of consuming an enormous 315,000 watts of power. The beam creates an ecosystem that attracts creatures, including sphinx moths and local bats, which tourists often mistake for UFOs. The Luxor Sky Beam is a tribute to the mystical wonders of ancient Egypt and tells a tale of fascination and enchantment high above the glittering streets of Las Vegas.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the Luxor Sky Beam?
- The Luxor Sky Beam is a powerful beam of light projected by the Luxor Hotel and Casino.
How was the Luxor Sky Beam created?
- Visible from hundreds of miles away, the Luxor Sky Beam is created by focusing a column of intense light produced by 39 xenon lamps housed in reflectors that combine to produce the light.
How much does each xenon lamp cost, and how long does it last?
- Each xenon lamp costs roughly $1,200 and can last up to 2,000 hours.
How much light does the Luxor Sky Beam generate?
- The Luxor Sky Beam generates an estimated 40 billion candlepower.
What is the electric bill for the Luxor Sky Beam?
- The electricity for the Luxor Sky Beam costs $51 per hour.
Can visitors go inside the Luxor Pyramid to see the lamps?
- No. Visiting the pinnacle of the Luxor Pyramid requires climbing a steep series of long ladders, as there are no elevators available.
- Location: Luxor Hotel & Casino
- Phone: (702) 262-4000
