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Which temples and precincts made up the Karnak complex?

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temple of Hatshepsut — Thebes Temple of Hatshepsut at Dayr al-Baḥrī, Thebes, Egypt.

The Karnak complex, known in ancient times as Ipet-Isut ("Chosen of Places"), consists of three primary temple precincts located in the northern part of ancient Thebes. These include:

Precinct of Amon-Re: The central and largest area, this metropolitan temple complex served as the primary site for the state god Amon-Re. It features the famous hypostyle hall and numerous pylons. Within this enclosure are several smaller structures, including temples dedicated to Ptah, Khons, and Opet.1
Precinct of Mont: Located at the northernmost point of the site, this area was dedicated to the war god Mont. Today, little remains of this temple beyond its foundations.12
Precinct of Mut: Situated to the south, this temple was dedicated to the goddess Mut, the wife of Amon. It is characterized by a horseshoe-shaped sacred lake and is connected to the main complex via an avenue of sphinxes.1