Exploring the Great Sphinx of Giza
The Great Sphinx of Giza stands as an unparalleled testament to ancient Egyptian ingenuity and grandeur, a symbol of power and strength that has endured millennia. Dating back to the fourth dynasty of Egypt, between 2547 and 2521 BC, this colossal limestone sculpture...Read more
An Egyptian Sarcophagus with Greek Roots: The Story of Wahibreemakhet
During the span from 700 to 500 B.C., the trend in Egypt shifted towards large sarcophagi crafted from black stone, supplanting the traditional wooden mummy coffins. The sarcophagus of Wahibreemakhet serves as a prime example of this shift, fashioned from solid...Read more
Discover the Meidum Pyramid: Sneferu’s Architectural Marvel and the Birth of Pyramid Design
Meidum Pyramid (2614 – 2579 BC) Despite its current dilapidated state and irregular form, the Meidum Pyramid stands as one of Egypt’s most significant architectural achievements. Regarded as the inaugural of three pyramids commissioned by Pharaoh Sneferu...Read more
Mysterious Structure Discovered Buried Next to the Pyramids of Giza
On the Giza plain lies the famous necropolis where the pharaohs Khufu (2589 BC-2566 BC), Khafre (2558 BC-2532 BC), and Menkaure (2532 BC-2503 BC) of the 4th Dynasty of the Old Kingdom built their colossal pyramids. These structures were intended to be their final...Read more
Seven Days Unveiling King Tut
The explorers of the tomb recognized that it had been plundered multiple times in ancient eras, yet the robbers had not breached beyond the outer chambers. The sepulcher, still sealed until that moment, remained intact just as it had been left by the sacred burial...Read more
Pyramid of Menkaure
The Pyramid of Menkaure is the third among the famous constructions erected on the Giza plateau, marking the conclusion of the era of the great pyramids. Despite being the smallest of the trio, its height exceeds 60 meters, making it sizable enough to accommodate...Read more
Ancient Egyptian Inventions Still Impacting Us Today
Trailblazers across various fields – astronomy, medicine, architecture – the ancient Egyptians also distinguished themselves as innovators. Below, we highlight some of their “pharaonic patents”: Papyrus While not identical to its contemporary counterpart,...Read more
The Gold Mummy Mask of General Wendjebauendjed
The Gold Mummy Mask of General and High Priest Wendjebauendjed hails from the Royal Necropolis of Tanis, one of the four intact ancient Egyptian tombs discovered by Pierre Montet in 1940 and 1946. This mask presents an idealized portrayal of General...Read more