There's something awe-inspiring about ancient Egypt; whether it’s the captivating imagery of hieroglyphics, the great monuments like the pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx or the luxurious lives and deaths of its dynasties and rulers like the boy pharaoh King Tut.
Live Science’s expert writers unearth the most compelling discoveries and facts about a civilization that stretched more than 3,000 years — from a guide to the afterlife to mummies covered in gold. Dig out the latest news, features and articles about the ancient Egyptians.
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Ancient Egyptians drew the Milky Way on coffins and tombs, linking them to sky goddess, study finds
A new study links the Egyptian goddess Nut with the Milky Way galaxy.
Hidden messages found on 3,300-year-old Egyptian obelisk in Paris
A researcher believes he has found hidden messages on a 3,300-year-old ancient Egyptian obelisk that is now in Paris.
'Royal Egyptian inscription' of Ramesses III's name is first of its kind discovered in Jordan
An inscription with the name of Ramesses III has been discovered in southern Jordan.
Tomb of ancient Egyptian prince discovered at Saqqara — and it has a giant 'false' pink door
The newfound tomb of an Egyptian prince has a false door, which ancient people viewed as an "entry" and "exit" for souls in the afterlife, researchers say.
What is the ancient Egyptian 'Eye of Horus' — and why is it found in so many burials?
The Eye of Horus is frequently found in ancient Egyptian burials, particularly on wedjat amulets.
What is the 'Eye of Horus' and why is it found in so many ancient Egyptian burials?
The Eye of Horus is frequently found in ancient Egyptian burials, particularly on wedjat amulets.
'Major' ancient Egyptian town discovered — and it has a jug stamped with the name of Nefertiti's daughter
A settlement dating back around 3,400 years has been discovered near the Mediterranean Sea in Egypt.
Ancient Egypt: History, dynasties, religion and writing
The rich history of ancient Egypt involves power struggles, amazing feats of engineering, advances in writing and art, and more.
