Facts about the Egyptian History

Egyptian history is considered among the most interesting and rich in the history of people’s development, with an overall history of over 5000 years. The Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the temples at Luxor and Karnak are among the architectural marvels of Egypt. Their great achievements in many fields—like engineering, medicine, and astronomy—were the basis for many of today’s sciences. 

Egypt’s history is divided into distinct periods: the Old Kingdom, best remembered for the pyramids; the Middle Kingdom; and the New Kingdom, confused and recognized as the Golden Age that succeeded the Middle Kingdom and is best remembered for the days of Hatshepsut, Akhenaten, and Ramses II. As the main water source, the Nile River was equally instrumental to the shaping of Egyptian culture, being their source of food and a means of transport inspiration for their gods. 

 

Pharaohs and queens of ancient Egypt

The Egyptians, who employed one of the earliest writing systems in history, hieroglyphics, are another civilization from which people can learn a great deal about their lives. Famous archeological sites like the tomb of the young Egyptian king, Tutankhamun, as well as treasures buried therein, interest the world to date. From providing nourishment and transportation to the source of inspiration for Egyptian religious beliefs, the Nile River's central role in molding Egyptian civilization. 

Thutmose III expanded the Egyptian empire by brilliant military campaigns. Ramses II set his memory within the minds of his people by constructing majestic temples like Abu Simbel; with Akhenaten, Nefertiti did her reforms within Egyptian art and religion during their rule. From the Greco-Roman era to the Islamic era, Egyptian history has consistently produced the best-preserved cultural and historical artifacts. With Golavita Travel, you will get to discover all the interesting facts about ancient Egypt you would like to know.

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Facts about the Tomb of Tutankhamun

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January 2025

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Facts about the Tomb of Tutankhamun

King Tutankhamun, the Boy King of ancient Egypt, is famous for his short reign, mysterious death, and the discovery of his treasure-filled tomb in 1922.
 

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Nile River History

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January 2025

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Nile River History

From ancient to modern, Egypt's lifeline is the Nile River, the world's longest river, which sustains ancient to modern Egypt's agriculture, trade, and culture.
 

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Names of Ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses

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January 2025

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Names of Ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses

Learn about the ancient Egyptian mythology and recognize the main gods and goddesses: Ra, Osiris, Isis, Anubis, and Hathor, and their roles in the country’s religion and art. Every god and goddess represented certain aspects of life and the forces of the universe; the tales were so integrated into the Egyptian culture. 

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The History of the Egyptology

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January 2025

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The History of the Egyptology

Egyptology has its roots in distant travelers across seas and from all the ages, to the present-day archaeologists finally unearthing the marvels of ancient Egypt.

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The Book of the Dead

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January 2025

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The Book of the Dead

The Book of the Dead, a significant ancient Egyptian funerary text, is intended to guide and shield the deceased on their journey to the afterlife.
 

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The Tale of Osiris and Isis

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January 2025

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The Tale of Osiris and Isis

The story of Isis and Osiris is a beautiful and sad story of love and betrayal, like any other Egyptian myth, that portrays the Egyptian lesson of the endless cycle of life and death. 
 

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