Egypt is not only about pyramids and temples—it is also the land of powerful myths and divine kingship.Among the gods of ancient Egypt, none was more revered than Amun-Ra, the fusion of Amun, the hidden god of strength and fertility, and Ra, the mighty sun god who illuminated the world.This article explores the story of...Read More
Egypt is not only about the pyramids and the Nile—it is also home to two of the most mysterious and awe‑inspiring monuments: the Colossi of Memnon.Standing on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, these twin statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III have watched over the ancient city of Thebes for more than 3,400 years.This...Read More
Egypt is not only about the pyramids and the Nile—it is also home to one of the most well-preserved temples in the country: the Temple of Hathor at Dendera.Dedicated to Hathor, the goddess of love, beauty, music, dance, and motherhood, this temple is a masterpiece of Ptolemaic and Roman architecture, blending spirituality with science and...Read More
In the heart of Abu Simbel, carved into the sandstone cliffs by Pharaoh Ramesses II, lies the Small Temple, dedicated to his beloved Queen Nefertari and the goddess Hathor. This sanctuary stands as a timeless symbol of love, devotion, and divine beauty. A Rare Honor for a Queen On the temple’s façade, six colossal statues...Read More
In the heart of Saqqara, near ancient Memphis, stands the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the very first pyramid ever built in Egypt. Before this innovation, kings were buried in simple mastabas—flat-roofed rectangular tombs. But King Djoser, the first ruler of the Third Dynasty, wanted something grander. He turned to his brilliant architect and vizier, Imhotep,...Read More
Egypt is not only about the pyramids and the Nile—it is also home to one of the most magnificent and historic temples in the world: Medinet Habu Temple. Located on the West Bank of Luxor, this grand mortuary temple of Ramesses III attracts travelers, history lovers, and culture seekers with its monumental architecture, vivid reliefs,...Read More
Egypt is not only about the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Nile—it is also home to one of the most groundbreaking and historic monuments in the world: the Step Pyramid of King Djoser. Located in Saqqara, this UNESCO World Heritage Site stands as the first pyramid ever built in Egypt and the earliest large-scale...Read More
In the heart of Dahshur’s desert stands a strange-looking structure—neither like the pyramids of Giza nor the temples of ancient Egypt.It’s the Bent Pyramid, built over 4,500 years ago by King Sneferu, as Egypt’s first serious attempt to construct a true pyramid. A Landmark in Dahshur’s Desert Unlike the iconic pyramids of Giza, the Bent...Read More
Egypt is not only about the pyramids and the Nile—it is also home to one of the most mysterious and multicultural burial sites in the world: Kom El Shoqafa Catacombs.Located in Alexandria, this underground wonder blends Pharaonic, Roman, and Greek traditions, offering travelers, history lovers, and archaeology enthusiasts a rare glimpse into ancient funerary practices.This...Read More
On the west bank of Luxor, in the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, stands one of ancient Egypt’s most remarkable monuments—the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. This temple is not just a structure; it’s a bold statement of ambition, elegance, and timeless power carved into the mountain itself. Who Was Queen Hatshepsut? Hatshepsut was one of...Read More
