Pompey’s Pillar
Summary Pompey’s Pillar is a monumental column in Alexandria, Egypt, built around 298-302 AD to honor Roman Emperor Diocletian for his victory over an Alexandrian revolt. The pillar, including its…
Summary Pompey’s Pillar is a monumental column in Alexandria, Egypt, built around 298-302 AD to honor Roman Emperor Diocletian for his victory over an Alexandrian revolt. The pillar, including its…
Summary This article explores the fascinating legacy of Cairo’s medieval gates, which served as defensive strongholds, ceremonial portals, and administrative checkpoints across dynasties. The Gates were built during the Fatimid,…
Summary The Royal Mummy Room at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) in Old Cairo offers a unique encounter with 20 royal mummies of prominent pharaohs and queens from…
Summary In 1922, after years of persistent searching, British archaeologist Howard Carter, backed by Lord Carnarvon, unearthed the nearly intact tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings.…
Summary The Eye of Horus, also known as Wadjet, is a powerful symbol of ancient Egyptian mythology representing protection, healing, rebirth, and cosmic balance. Rooted in the myth of Horus…
The Giza Pyramids Complex The Giza Pyramids Complex is a symbol that sheds some light on the ultimate level of human innovation and unbreakable will. This article’s main purpose is…
Summary Canopic jars were used in ancient Egypt during the mummification process to hold the internal organs removed from the deceased. There were four jars, each associated with a specific…
Summary Cairo International Airport is one of the largest and busiest airports in Egypt and Africa, serving as the main hub for airlines like Egypt Air, Egypt Air Express, and…
Summary Bayt Al Suhaymi, built in 1648, is a prime example of Ottoman architecture located in Islamic Cairo. The house features a unique design with a central courtyard, Mashrabeya windows,…
Summary Bahariya Oasis, located 370 km from Cairo in Egypt’s Western Desert, is a captivating blend of natural beauty, archaeological treasures, and cultural heritage. Once called “Deses” by the ancient…
