Ancient Egypt: Facts, news, features and articles about the ancient civilization known for its pyramids, mummies and pharaohs
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Possible bust of Cleopatra VII found at ancient Egyptian templeA small statue of a woman wearing a royal crown may depict Cleopatra VII, an archaeologist claims. Other archaeologists think it is likely someone else.
By Owen Jarus Published
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2,100-year-old temple from ancient Egypt discovered hidden in cliff faceThe temple is located close to Luxor and was possibly dedicated to the lion-headed goddess Repit.
By Owen Jarus Published
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Ancient Egypt quiz: Test your smarts about pyramids, hieroglyphs and King TutQuiz For over 3,000 years, ancient Egypt was one of the most powerful civilizations on Earth, with an empire stretching across half a dozen modern-day countries. How much do you know about this iconic culture? Take our quiz to find out.
By Owen Jarus Published
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Evidence of 2,200-year-old hallucinogenic ritual found in Egyptian vase depicting dwarf godAn analysis of ancient residues left on a vase depicting the Egyptian deity Bes reveals it may have been used to reenact a myth.
By Owen Jarus Published
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Rare tomb from Egypt's Middle Kingdom holds a wealth of jewelry and several generations of the same familyA rare discovery of a tomb from ancient Egypt's Middle Kingdom near Luxor may hold several generations from a single family.
By Owen Jarus Published
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The 3,300-year-old ancient Egyptian statue of Ramesses II said to have inspired Percy Shelley's 'Ozymandias'This statue of an Egyptian pharaoh is said to have inspired the English poet Shelley to write his famous poem "Ozymandias."
By Tom Metcalfe Published
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'Extraordinary' burial of ancient Egyptian governor's daughter discovered in a coffin within another coffinArchaeologists have discovered a 4,000-year-old tomb that belonged to an ancient Egyptian governor's daughter.
By Owen Jarus Published
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3,200-year-old ancient Egyptian barracks contains sword inscribed with 'Ramesses II'The newfound barracks may have been built partly because the Libyans were becoming a growing threat to ancient Egypt.
By Owen Jarus Published
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Ancient Egyptian head cones: Mysterious headgear that could be related to sensuality and fertility ritualsArchaeologists remain uncertain about the purpose of these head cones, but it appears that ancient Egyptians associated them with "sensuality, sexuality and related notions."
By Jennifer Nalewicki Published
