News — Ancient Egypt

Egyptian mummification is a complex and ancient burial practice that was developed by the ancient Egyptians around 3300 BCE and continued for over 3,000 years. The process of mummification was deeply tied to the Egyptians' religious beliefs and their understanding of the afterlife. The process began with the purification of the body. The deceased person's body was washed with water from the Nile, symbolizing the idea of rebirth and regeneration. The internal organs, such as the liver, lungs, stomach, and intestines, were preserved separately in canopic jars. Each jar was dedicated to a specific organ and protected by a deity.The...

Osiris is one of the most well-known gods in ancient Egyptian mythology. He played a central role in the religious beliefs and funerary practices of ancient Egypt.  Osiris was also associated with fertility and the annual flooding of the Nile River, which was essential for Egypt's agriculture. His death and resurrection were seen as symbolic of the annual cycle of planting and harvesting. Osiris played a vital role in the Egyptian concept of the afterlife. It was believed that individuals would be judged by Osiris and a panel of gods after death. If their hearts were found to be pure...

The tomb of Prince Amenherkhepshef is located in the Valley of the Queens on the west bank of the Nile River in Luxor, Egypt. Amenherkhepshef was an Egyptian prince who lived during the 19th Dynasty of the New Kingdom period, around 1250 BCE. He was the son of Pharaoh Ramesses III and Queen Tiye, and he died at a young age.  Amenherkhepshef's tomb is designated as QV55 in the Valley of the Queens, which is known for housing the tombs of various queens and royal family members. The tomb includes scenes from the Egyptian Book of the Dead and depictions...

The Rosetta Stone is one of the most famous and important archaeological artifacts in history. It was discovered in 1799 by French soldiers during Napoleon Bonaparte's campaign in Egypt.   The Rosetta Stone is a dark grey-pinkish granite stone slab that measures about 3.6 feet by 2.4 feet and 11 inches thick. The Rosetta Stone is currently housed in the British Museum in London, where it has been on display since 1802. It remains one of the museum's most iconic and visited artifacts. It is inscribed with three different scripts, which are the key to its significance: Ancient Greek: The top...

The Pyramids of Giza, located on the Giza Plateau just outside Cairo, Egypt, are among the most iconic and well-known ancient structures in the world. These pyramids are a testament to the incredible engineering and architectural achievements of ancient Egypt. Driving to the pyramids from Cairo is extraordinary because you go down a busy street and suddenly the pyramids appear beside the roadway.  The Giza complex includes three main pyramids: the Great Pyramid of Giza (Pyramid of Khufu or Pyramid of Cheops), the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure.   The Great Pyramid of Giza was built for...