Shoshenq II’s Bracelets: Treasures of Egypt’s Royalty
Shoshenq II was the third pharaoh of Egypt’s Twenty-second Dynasty, ruling approximately between 887 and 885 BC during the Third Intermediate Period. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Shoshenq II’s final resting place remained untouched by grave robbers....Read more
Servants of the Pharaoh: Tombs of the Nobles
During the New Kingdom, prominent individuals in Thebes, such as courtiers, officials, and nobles, sought to emulate the pharaohs by constructing elaborate tombs with the aim of ensuring a joyful journey into the afterlife. Starting from the 18th Dynasty (circa 16th...Read more
Hidden Secrets Beneath the Golden Chapels: The Stone Sarcophagus of Tutankhamun
On January 3, 1924, Howard Carter made a groundbreaking discovery in the Valley of the Kings. The British archaeologist, renowned for unearthing Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922, returned to the site to continue the meticulous exploration of the young pharaoh’s...Read more
The White Desert: A Unique Natural Wonder in Egypt
The White Desert stands out as one of Egypt’s most captivating destinations, offering an unforgettable landscape where the golden hues of the desert sand meet the brilliant white rock formations. This natural phenomenon creates a striking contrast that sets the...Read more
Hippopotami in Ancient Egyptian Culture: Symbolism, Hunting, and Mythology
Hippopotami held a complex place in ancient Egyptian society, where they were seen both with admiration and fear. Despite their association with certain positive attributes, these powerful animals were also regarded as highly dangerous. The unpredictable nature of...Read more
Princess Khenmet’s Stunning Treasure
In 1895, the renowned French Egyptologist Jacques de Morgan made a significant discovery in the Dashur necropolis, unearthing two intact tombs from Egypt’s Middle Kingdom. These tombs belonged to Princesses Ita and Khenmet, daughters of Pharaoh Amenemhat II, and...Read more
Egyptian Deities: Mut, the Enigmatic Goddess
In the ancient city of Thebes, known in antiquity as Ipet-Sut, meaning “the chosen place” or “the one who gave birth to the gods,” we find the majestic temples dedicated to Amun, Khonsu, and Mut. This city served as the sacred center of the...Read more
Egypt’s Dawn: Decoding the Enigmatic Art of Hierakonpolis’ Tomb 100
In the late 19th century, an extraordinary discovery emerged in Upper Egypt: the remnants of a burial site dating back more than five millennia, well before the rise of the Pharaonic dynasties. This ancient tomb, referred to as Tomb 100, was linked to an unidentified...Read more