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Red Haired Mummies of Ancient Egypt

· 23 hours ago

Red Haired Mummies of Ancient Egypt

Egyptian Female Pharaoh: Queen Hatshepsut, wife of Pharaoh Thutmosis II. The mummy which Egyptologists have identified as Queen Hatshepsut is displayed at the Egyptian museum in Cairo. She ruled Egypt after Thutmosis’ death in 1520 BC. Her long hair and facial structure has been well preserved by the embalming process of the time. American Egyptologist Donald P. Ryan excavated her tomb, in the Valley of the Kings, during 1989. Ryan describes the mummy as follows: “The mummy was mostly unwrapped and on its back. Strands of reddish-blond hair lay on the floor beneath the head.” [Ibid., p. 87.] The myths and legends of Greece, India and Sout...

The Mummy of Usermontu

The Mummy of Usermontu

An Egyptian priest who lived during the 26 th Dynasty (656 – 525 BC) caused a sensation when X-rays were taken of his mummy in August 1995. The mummy, along with five others, was housed at the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum in San José, California, and analyzed by a team of scientists from Brigham Young University as part of a DNA study on ancient mummies. The X-rays of the mummy of Usermontu revealed a 23-centimeter metal prosthesis inserted into his left leg at knee level. Had this modern prosthesis been implanted while the man was still alive, through a complex surgical procedure ? The X-rays were examined by Dr. Richard Jackson, an ortho...

Why are Egyptian Pyramids so famous?

Is there a secret chamber inside the Great Pyramid of Giza?

Why are Egyptian Pyramids so famous?

There have always been a number of misconceptions surrounding the Egyptian pyramids, especially due to the aura of mystery that seems to surround everything related to the reign of the pharaohs. These theories, deeply rooted in popular imagination, have unfortunately continued to have many followers even to this day. The person responsible for the birth of this pseudoscience of "pyramidology" was the Englishman John Taylor, who in his book The Great Pyramid: Why It Was Built and Who Built It (1850), presented a series of unfounded speculations about the pyramid built by the pharaoh Cheops. These theories convinced Charles Piazzi Smyth, th...

KV55: The Tomb of the Mysteries

Entrance of KV55 tomb

A tomb discovered at the beginning of the last century has proven to be a fascinating blend of mysteries. Mysterious burials, looted objects, macabre rituals, and alleged evil possessions are at the heart of one of the most captivating enigmas of ancient Egypt. A tomb tied to the fates of the most intriguing figures of the Old Kingdom: the heretic Pharaoh Akhenaten, the beautiful Queen Nefertiti, the forgotten Pharaoh Smenkhkare, and the famous Tutankhamun. In January 1907, the English archaeologists Edward Ayrton and Arthur Weigall, the American lawyer Theodore Davis (who sponsored the excavation), Emma Andrews (Davis's cousin), and ...

The measurements of the Great Pyramid of Giza

The measurements of the Great Pyramid of Giza

There is a theory that aims to demonstrate how the Pyramid of Cheops was constructed based on highly developed geometric knowledge. Towards the end of the 2 nd century BC, the Greek grammarian Agatarchides of Cnidus discovered that the base of the Great Pyramid was exactly one-eighth of a minute of a degree in length. From here, it follows that multiplying the length by 8, then by 60, and finally by 360, the result is remarkably close to the Earth's circumference. In 1638, the Scottish mathematician John Greaves, during his visit to Egypt, took some measurements: the sarcophagus in the King's Chamber (1.97m), the height of the Pyr...

Discovered in Luxor Ancient Tombs and Funerary Wells

Discovered in Luxor (Egypt) Tombs of High Dignitaries from 4,000 Years Ago: Artworks of Queen Hatshepsut Resurface

Discovered in Luxor Ancient Tombs and Funerary Wells

Egypt has announced new archaeological discoveries, including tombs of high-ranking officials dating back 4,000 years and artistic artifacts from the era of Queen Hatshepsut, found in an ancient necropolis in the famous city of Luxor. The artifacts, uncovered during a three-year excavation campaign, were discovered in the Deir al-Bahari area of the Theban necropolis on the western bank of the Nile, as stated in a press release by star Egyptologist Zahi Hawass, who led the mission in collaboration with the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt. The discoveries range from the 15 th Dynasty (1650-1550 BC) to the powerful 18 th Dynasty (155...

The First Pharaoh Aha (Mens - Menes) or Narmer

The Palermo Stone, the Earliest Royal Inscription from Ancient Egypt

All Egyptian historiographical sources unanimously agree that Menes was the first pharaoh. A virtual confirmation of this is provided by the famous Palermo Stone. The upper part (register) only lists the names, in a rather imaginative form, of rulers about whom the writer was evidently unable to provide any other information. The second register certainly should have begun with Menes, but the part relating to him has been lost; by analogy with the other two kings of the 1 st Dynasty mentioned in the large fragment from Cairo, it can be almost certainly assumed that both his Horus name and personal name were included, presumably accompanie...

Discovered in Saqqara the Tomb of Teti-neb-Fu

The archaeological site of Saqqara, known for being one of the most important necropolises of Ancient Egypt, continues to reveal fascinating secrets. Among the most recent findings is the discovery of a mastaba belonging to a high-ranking physician of the Sixth Dynasty, an individual named Teti-neb-Fu, who lived during the reign of Pepi II, one of the longest-reigning pharaohs in Egyptian history.

Discovered in Saqqara the Tomb of Teti-neb-Fu

The Tomb of Teti-neb-Fu The newly discovered mastaba, a type of tomb typical of the Old Kingdom, was located in the southern part of the Saqqara necropolis, specifically in the area adjacent to the pyramid of Pepi II. The discovery was made by the Franco-Swiss archaeological mission, led by Dr. Philippe Collombert. Although the tomb had been looted in ancient times, much of the internal decoration, including wall paintings and hieroglyphic inscriptions, is still well preserved, offering a unique window into the life of a court physician of the period. The walls of the mastaba are adorned with numerous inscriptions and reliefs that descri...

Reconstructed the face of Amenhotep III "the Magnificent"

Reconstructed the face of Amenhotep III the Magnificent

The history of Ancient Egypt has been preserved through monumental structures and enduring mummies that have withstood the test of time. Today, with advanced facial reconstruction technologies, we can breathe new life into the great pharaohs, revealing their faces as they might have appeared in ancient time. A few days ago an international team of researchers, led by Brazilian 3D artist Cícero Moraes, successfully reconstructed the face of Amenhotep III, famously known as “The Magnificent.” A Project of High Scientific Value The reconstruction, published in the prestigious journal Clinical Anatomy , offers a glimpse into the face of one o...

Correlation between Tutankhamun and Pacal

The Tutankhamun Prophecies by Maurice M. Cotterell

Correlation between Tutankhamun and Pacal

Since the opening of Tutankhamun's tomb, scholars have unsuccessfully tried to explain the legacy of the enigmatic pharaoh. Maurice Cotterel, who has long studied the hidden meanings of Mayan carvings, sheds new light on the mysteries of ancient Egypt. Using a key discovered in the pyramids of Mexico, Cotterel has decoded the treasures of the boy king's tomb and revealed the profound meanings of sacred secrets buried along the Nile more than three thousand years ago. Was Akhenaten really Tutankhamun's father? Was Tutankhamun's tomb truly looted? What is the connection between the Mayan leader, Lord Pacal, and the Egyptian ...

Ancient Temple Gate Dedicated to the God of Male Fertility Discovered in Egypt

Archaeologists were left speechless by the mysterious structure of the ancient place of worship, which holds a piece of Ancient Egypt's history.

Athribis temple in Egypt

Since 2012, excavations have been underway to uncover a temple district of Ancient Egypt, built between 144 BCE and 138 CE. Now, archaeologists have discovered a hidden entrance to an Egyptian temple dating back approximately 2,100 years. The gateway, located on the western side of the historic site of Athribis near Sohag (Egypt), originally stood up to 18 meters tall and represents an extraordinary example of an Egyptian "pylon," where two towers flank a central entrance. The entrance leads to a previously unknown chamber, likely used as a storage area for tools and amphorae—large oval containers with two handles. Additionally, hieroglyp...

The Second Solar Boat of the God Amon and Benadir

· 2 months ago

The Second Solar Boat of the God Amon and Benadir

How many mysteries remain hidden in the depths of the pyramids? Countless, without a doubt. Despite the fact that for at least two centuries, hordes of adventurers, thieves, scientists, and scholars have explored the tunnels, corridors, and royal chambers of the most famous of these structures, we are far from uncovering everything they conceal. The mysteries held by the pyramids are of a scientific nature, touching upon the culture, daily life, and religious aspects of ancient Egyptian society, but they go beyond that. Inside these astonishing constructions lie even more complex enigmas, resisting formal explanation—perhaps mysteries tha...

The Pharaoh's war chariots featured bushings and suspension systems

· 2 months ago

The Pharaoh's war chariots featured bushings and suspension systems

The war chariots of the Egyptian Pharaoh Tutankhamun were constructed with design principles and technological features reminiscent of modern Formula 1 cars. This is not a fanciful dream or a fictional tale but rather the result of research by Professor A. Rovetta. What began almost by chance has raised significant historiographical questions. What struck the researcher were the chariots' stability, flexibility, and elegance. Rovetta observed: "Egyptian chariots are distinctly different from Hittite and Roman chariots. The former are the result of innovative design, aimed at dynamic, lightweight, and efficient use, not just transporta...

Beer in Ancient Egypt

· 2 months ago

Beer in Ancient Egypt

Beer production was of great importance in ancient Egypt, where it ranked second only to Nile water in popular consumption. Grape wine was scarce, while date wine was more common. The first reliable records date back to 3100 BCE and tell of the hostess Azag-Bau, who prepared and sold a grain-based beer in her cellar. This beer was called henqet in the most ancient Egyptian language. It likely developed concurrently with the Sumerian se-bar-bi-sag , though there is insufficient documentation to determine which came first. The Egyptians attributed the invention of beer to the god Ra , who had given it as a splendid gift to humanity. Sacred ...

Tomb from the Middle Kingdom discovered in the Assasif necropolis

The burials have yielded bracelets, amulets, necklaces, and copper mirrors.

· 2 months ago

Funerary items from the Middle Kingdom tomb found in Assasif

The joint Egyptian-American archaeological mission working at the South Asasif Conservation Project has made an unprecedented discovery, uncovering the first tomb dated to the Middle Kingdom (approximately 2055-1790 BC) found in the Assasif area. This is a series of completely sealed burials that offer new and interesting historical details. The burials have yielded bracelets, amulets, necklaces, and copper mirrors. The Assasif necropolis is located on the west bank of the Nile, opposite ancient Thebes. It is a valley that climbs towards Deir el-Bahari, near the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut. During the clearance of debris on the southern...

The Egyptian Pharaohs

· 2 months ago

The crown of Lower Egypt and the crown of Upper Egypt.

The pharaoh is the king of ancient Egypt, closely associated with the gods, to the extent of being considered the earthly incarnation of Horus. As the intermediary between humanity and the gods, he is depicted on the walls and pillars of temples paying homage to various deities. Since he cannot be present in all temples, the pharaoh delegates priests to perform the worship rituals. Only the pharaoh, and no one else, can decide to construct or expand places of worship. The regality of the pharaoh remained unchanged for over 3500 years, uninterrupted even during foreign invasions, which exploited this religious significance to seize power, ...

Egypt as a descendant of Atlantis

· 2 months ago

Egypt as a descendant of Atlantis

Atlantis is probably the "mystery" that has most stimulated the imagination of enthusiasts, writers, and researchers. It all starts with a passage from the philosopher Plato in the "Dialogues" Timaeus and Critias, written in the 4 th century BC, which states: "Beyond that strait of sea called the Pillars of Hercules, there lay an island larger than Libya and Asia put together, and from it travelers could reach other islands, and from these islands to the opposite continent (...). On that island called Atlantis, there was a kingdom that ruled not only the entire island but also many other islands as well as some mainland regions beyond: it...

Discovered the sword of Ramses II

In addition to the long sword of the famous Egyptian pharaoh, other weapons, carnelian and faience beads, scarabs, and protective amulets have been found.

· 4 months ago

Discovered the sword of Ramses II

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced on Thursday the discovery of a group of brick buildings that served as military barracks and warehouses for weapons and food during the New Kingdom era, a period during which some of the most popular pharaohs in Egyptian history reigned: Ahmose, Akhenaten, and Ramses II. The discovery was made during ongoing excavations at the Tal Al-Aqbain archaeological site, located in the town of Hoch Essa, part of Egypt’s Beheira Governorate. This administrative unit is situated in northern Egypt, in the western part of the Nile Delta. Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities The Secretary-General...

The first astronomical observatory in history dates back to Ancient Egypt

· 4 months ago

The first astronomical observatory in history dates back to Ancient Egypt

In the heart of ancient Egypt, a team of Egyptian archaeologists recently unveiled an extraordinary discovery: an ancient astronomical observatory dting back to the 6 th century BCE. The discovery at Tell Al-Faraeen, the ancient city of Buto, in the Kafr El-Sheikh governorate, sheds new light on the Egyptians' ability to monitor and understand celestial phenomena. The Astronomical Observatory Three years ago archaeologists started excavations at the site of Tell Al-Faraeen. What initially appeared to be a simple temple turned out to be an advanced astronomical observatory. The structure, which measures over 850 square meters, is chara...

The Papyrus of Ani, Egyptian Book of the Dead

· 5 months ago

The Papyrus of Ani, Egyptian Book of the Dead

240 BC THE PAPYRUS OF ANI (THE EGYPTIAN BOOK OF THE DEAD) Translated by E.A. Wallis Budge HYMN TO OSIRIS "Homage to thee, Osiris, Lord of eternity, King of the Gods, whose names are manifold, whose forms are holy, thou being of hidden form in the temples, whose Ka is holy. Thou art the governor of Tattu (Busiris), and also the mighty one in Sekhem (Letopolis). Thou art the Lord to whom praises are ascribed in the nome of Ati, thou art the Prince of divine food in Anu. Thou art the Lord who is commemorated in Maati, the Hidden Soul, the Lord of Qerrt (Elephantine), the Ruler supreme in White Wall (Memphis). Thou art the Soul of Ra, his own...

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