A terrible mistake: A guide defaces the Pyramid of Unas in Egypt and social media reacts
A tourist guide in Egypt caused outrage after writing with chalk on the ancient Pyramid of Unas, describing his action as an 'unforgivable mistake.'
Tourist guide arrested for vandalizing a pyramid over 4,000 years old
A tourist guide has been arrested for vandalizing the Pyramid of Unas, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Egypt, by drawing on its ancient stones.
The Duck: The King of Egyptian Feasts.. A Journey Through History from Temple Murals to Ramadan Tables
The article explores the significance of duck in Egyptian cuisine from ancient times to modern Ramadan celebrations.
The golden ticket to the afterlife: the mysterious Book of the Dead reveals its secrets
An ancient Egyptian manuscript designed to guide the deceased to paradise is currently on display at the Brooklyn Museum.
A novel that mixes Ancient Egypt with fantasy and features a young embalmer wins the 20th Minotauro Prize
Africa Vázquez's novel that intertwines Ancient Egypt and fantasy has won the 20th Minotauro Prize.
Before the Pharaohs: An ancient Egyptian digging tool rewrites the history of technology
A recent archaeological study reveals that ancient Egyptians may have used an advanced metal drilling tool centuries before the pharaonic era, indicating a more sophisticated technological level than previously believed.
Rock Art in the Egyptian Desert - Spanning a Period of 10,000 Years
A new archaeological discovery in Egypt reveals a rock shelter in the Umm Arak plateau, containing ancient rock art dating back up to 10,000 years.
This Day in History: Discovery of Tutankhamun's Tomb
The article discusses the historical context and significance of Tutankhamun, the young Pharaoh of ancient Egypt, focusing on his reign and the discovery of his tomb.
When the door of Tutankhamun's tomb was opened, a golden coffin was found
On February 16, 1923, archaeologist Howard Carter entered the sealed tomb of ancient Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun for the first time, uncovering a significant archaeological discovery.
Burucúa and Kwiatkowski presented a book on the legacy of ancient Egypt
Burucúa and Kwiatkowski have presented a new book detailing the influence of ancient Egypt from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment, coinciding with a popular exhibition at the National Museum of Fine Arts in Argentina.
Discovery on the Egyptian Sinai: A rock art site is 10,000 years old
Archaeologists discovered a 10,000-year-old rock art site on the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt, revealing diverse engravings and paintings that showcase artistic development from prehistory to the Islamic period.
Discover a tool over 5300 years old that rewrites the history of Ancient Egypt
Researchers from Newcastle University have reidentified a small copper tool, previously thought to be a simple punch, as the oldest known metal bow drill, changing the understanding of ancient Egyptian engineering.
The wonder of the world has risen from the sea: archaeologists have raised massive stones from the Lighthouse of Alexandria
Archaeologists in Egypt have unearthed 22 massive stones from the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The House That Crossed to the Other World.. The Secret of the Soul Houses in Ancient Egypt
The article explores the significance of ancient Egyptian Soul Houses, which were designed not for the living but for the continuation of the deceased's life after death.
A 5,000-Year-Old Rock Painting Found in Egypt Depicting the Violent Pharaohic Expansion in Sinai
A 5,000-year-old rock painting depicting the violent expansion of the ancient Egyptians in Sinai has been discovered near an ancient mining site.
The 'Youth Curl' was in Fashion - This is How Girls and Boys Lived Under the Pharaohs
An exhibition in Munich explores childhood in ancient Egypt, revealing daily life and cultural representations of children during that era.
Scientists Revive the Intoxicating Scents of Ancient Egyptian Mummies. The Smell of Death Does Not Occur
Scientists have successfully revived the scents associated with ancient Egyptian mummies, debunking the notion that these scents are overwhelmingly unpleasant or morbid.
Egypt on the brink of a hydrological disaster. How is it changing for tourists?
The article discusses the potential hydrological crisis in Egypt and its implications for tourism.
Ancient Mummies Reveal Surprising Discoveries Through Computed Tomography – See What Surprising Information Was Learned About Them
Recent CT scans of ancient Egyptian mummies, Nes-Min and Nes-Hor, have uncovered unexpected findings related to their lives during the Ptolemaic dynasty.
Did giants exist? An ancient Egyptian papyrus would support biblical accounts
Various documents and reliefs from the 19th Egyptian Dynasty provide detailed accounts of tall warriors in Canaan, aligning with biblical stories of giant tribes and offering historical backing for these narratives.
An ancient Egyptian papyrus revived the debate about the existence of giant people
An ancient Egyptian papyrus at the British Museum has sparked expert debate regarding the possible existence of biblical giants.
What is behind the findings of the Lighthouse of Alexandria off the coast of Egypt
The discovery of remains from one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World has stirred the archaeological community, prompting experts to explore its hidden significance.
What if the greatness of Egypt was born from a simple change in the river? History points to a modification of the Nile 4,000 years ago
The article discusses the potential impact of a significant alteration of the Nile River 4,000 years ago on the civilization and longevity of ancient Egypt.
The Woman Who Ruled Egypt Presented Herself as a Man
Hatshepsut, one of the rare ancient Egyptian female pharaohs, ruled from around 1479 to 1458 BC and was known for her ambitious projects and political influence while disguising herself as a man.
The prehistoric mummies of Atacama hold an unusual anatomical detail: this explains the reduction of the brain after thousands of years in the desert
The prehistoric mummies of Atacama reveal an unexpected anatomical detail regarding brain reduction over thousands of years, highlighting the diversity of ancient mummification practices beyond just ancient Egypt.
Egypt bets on its heritage and recovers the statues of Amenhotep III as an emblem of the greatness of Ancient Egypt
Egypt is reclaiming the statues of Amenhotep III to symbolize the splendor of Ancient Egypt during his prosperous reign, which was marked by significant architectural and artistic achievements.
Childhood in Ancient Egypt: Is a Pharaoh Overwhelmed with Eighty Children?
An exhibition at the State Museum of Egyptian Art in Munich explores aspects of childhood in Ancient Egypt, including nutrition, clothing, education, illness, religion, and death.