Pharaohs resorted to violence to maintain order, assert authority, and express divine wrath. But it was used to maintain Maat or peace.

Animal cults played a significant role in ancient Egyptian society, as they reflected the importance and diversity of the animals that...

Archaeologists at Saqqara have discovered two of the most extensive mummification workshops ever used for human and animal corpses in...

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:CairoEgMuseumTaaMaskMostlyPhotographed.jpg November 2022 marks the one-hundredth anniversary of...

Did you know ancient Egyptian Magic started with the Pharaoh? Magic wasn't entertainment - it was used by the locals, priests, priestesses, and Pharaohs alike. Magic, or Heka, as it was known, was considered a natural force present throughout the universe.

Four of the most recognized symbols of ancient Egypt are still famous after 5,000 years! After thousands of years, let's learn more about...

Saqqara was an ancient burial ground for the rich and famous and was active from the Archaic period to Roman-Greco times. It was a...

People always ask why do you love Egypt so much? Most of the time, I say something like it's the greatest civilization the world has ever...

Photo by author The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization offers Egypt's first comprehensive historical timeline from the predynastic...

History and importance Music and dance were highly valued in ancient Egypt. They were considered a vital part of creation, communicating...

Congratulations on your first trip to Egypt! Here are 15 tips to get you started on what to expect and how to prepare. From what to wear...

Ancient Egypt gave the world countless inventions we still use today. They were an advanced society concerned with personal care and...

1. Deshret Crown The Deshret or Red Crown was worn by rulers of lower Egypt and is one of the oldest icons of ancient Egyptian...

The truth behind why people say it feels like home Beware of traveling to Egypt; it’s dangerous. You're likely to fall victim to the...

Should you book a tour on your first trip to Egypt or explore on your own? Perhaps you've been "nomadding" forever. I get it, but when...