Horus and Ra are two of the most significant deities in ancient Egyptian mythology. Horus was often depicted as a falcon or a man with the head of a falcon. He is sometimes shown with the double crown...

Cosmetics played a role in ancient Egyptian society, both for aesthetic purposes and cultural significance. One of the most iconic aspects of ancient Egyptian cosmetics is the use of eye makeup, particularly kohl. Kohl was made from a mixture of minerals, usually galena (lead...

Step into Cairo’s National Museum of Egyptian Civilization: from pharaonic treasures and mummy halls to Islamic jewels and cultural artifacts—history across millennia.

Explore the stunning TT 55, Ramose’s tomb in Theban Necropolis—unfinished, richly carved with traditional & Amarna-style reliefs, funeral scenes & mourning women.

Khnum is indeed an intriguing figure in Egyptian mythology. Often depicted with the head of a ram, he was considered a creator deity associated with the annual flooding of the Nile River. Khnum was believed to have molded...

Visiting the ancient city of Memphis in Egypt is a remarkable experience. Located near modern-day Cairo, Memphis was once the capital of ancient Egypt and held significant cultural and historical importance. Although much of the city's original structures...

In ancient Egypt, scarab amulets were commonly worn by both the living and the deceased as protective talismans. Some scarabs were inscribed and wrapped with the mummy. They were typically made of stone, ceramic, or other materials, and...