(The obelisk is an ancient Egyptian architectural feat. So why are so few in Egypt?) This story appeared in the November/December 2024 issue of National Geographic History magazine.

Ancient Egypt is one of the world's most iconic civilizations, known for its awe-inspiring achievements and innovations.

Religious beliefs changed a lot during Ancient Egyptian history. But what remained the same was the important role that gods and goddesses played in people's lives, their deaths and their journey ...

Year-Old Neanderthal Workshop Found in Cave. A Hidden Chamber in the Temple. Beneath the temple, a hidden chamber was ...

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For ancient Egyptians, dance was a huge part of daily ... Mob violence killed this ancient philosopher. Here is her story. History & Culture Women of Impact Mob violence killed this ancient ...

The rich and extensive floodplain of the River Nile can claim to be the cradle of one of the earliest and most spectacular civilizations of antiquity. Ancient Egypt: A Social History, first published ...

For over 3,000 years, ancient Egypt was one of the most powerful civilizations on Earth, with an empire stretching across ...

Provide concise yet authoritative overviews of fundamental themes in the study of ancient Egypt, alongside original, innovative insights into frontier topics. Advocate a more fluid combination of ...

Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Amulet inlay: figure of Anubis Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Inlay of mummy figure with human head Freer Gallery of Art and ...

The intact burial—unearthed on this day in 1922—contained a "wonderful" cache of objects linked to the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Eli Wizevich Scientists have discovered traces of hallucinogens ...