Ancient Egypt

The age of god-kings, monumental pyramids, and mysteries that still captivate the world.

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Kings and Pharaohs

Kings & Pharaohs

Discover the rulers of the Two Lands, from Narmer and Khufu to Ramesses II and Cleopatra.

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Ancient Egyptian Gods and Religion

Gods & Religion

The Ancient Egyptian Pantheon. Learn about Ra, Osiris, Isis, Anubis, and the journey to the afterlife.

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Egyptian Monuments and Tombs

Monuments & Tombs

A guide to the Pyramids, Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, and Abu Simbel.

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Historic Capitals of Ancient Egypt

Historic Capitals

Explore the ancient seats of power: Memphis, Thebes (Luxor), Amarna, and Alexandria.

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Ancient Egyptian Wars and Military

Wars & Military

Famous battles like Kadesh and Megiddo, military technology, and the expulsion of the Hyksos.

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Ancient Egyptian Language and Hieroglyphs

Language & Writing

Decode the Medu Neter. Learn about Hieroglyphs, Hieratic, Demotic, and the Rosetta Stone.

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Myths and Stories of Ancient Egypt

Myths & Stories

Literature like the Story of Sinuhe, the Eloquent Peasant, and creation myths.

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Daily Life in Ancient Egypt

Daily Life

How commoners lived: Agriculture, food, fashion, family structure, and festivals.

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Science and Medicine in Ancient Egypt

Science & Medicine

Engineering feats, astronomy, the calendar, and advanced medical practices including mummification.

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Women in Ancient Egypt

Women in Ancient Egypt

From powerful queens like Hatshepsut and Nefertiti to the legal rights of women in society.

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Ancient Egyptian Art and Music

Art & Music

The canon of proportions, statues, paintings, and the musical instruments of the Nile.

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Trade and Economy in Ancient Egypt

Trade & Economy

Expeditions to the Land of Punt, gold mining in Nubia, and the agricultural backbone of Egypt.

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Mummification and Afterlife

The Afterlife

Secrets of mummification, the Book of the Dead, and the journey to the Field of Reeds.

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Animals and Symbols in Ancient Egypt

Animals & Symbols

Sacred cats, crocodiles, scarabs, and the meaning behind the Ankh and Eye of Horus.

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The Nile River

The Nile River

The source of life. Flooding cycles (Akhet), agriculture, and transport in ancient times.

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Social Hierarchy in Ancient Egypt

Social Hierarchy

From the Pharaoh and Viziers to Scribes, Artisans, and Farmers. The structure of society.

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