The Enigma of the Dendera Lamps
Dive into the mystery surrounding the Dendera lamps, one of Ancient Egypt’s most intriguing enigmas. Nestled within the Dendera temple complex, these depictions have ignited debates and conjectures regarding the potential existence of advanced technology in...Read more
Furniture in the Homes of Ancient Egypt
“The carpenter wielding the adze is often more fatigued than the peasant; his domain is wood, his plow the adze, his labor endless. He exceeds the limits of his own strength, toiling even by night with light aglow.” This passage from the Satire of the...Read more
The Mortuary Temple of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu
Ramses III, the final great sovereign of the New Kingdom’s 20th Dynasty, reigned from 1186 to 1155 BC. Throughout his rule, he vigorously combated the pervasive corruption plaguing the nation and repelled invading forces, famously known as the Sea Peoples....Read more
What is the Tallest Ancient Egyptian Obelisk in the World?
In the magnificent setting of Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, nestled within the eternal city of Rome, the Lateran Obelisk stands with an aura of imposing majesty, a timeless masterpiece that transcends both epochs and geographies. Measuring an astounding 32.18...Read more