Food in ancient Egypt was an important part of culture and society, both in life and the hereafter. Temple walls were inscribed with the copious …
Daily Life in Ancient Egypt
What was it like to be an ordinary ancient Egyptian? From religion to food, to sex, discover what day-to-day life was like in ancient Egypt.
If you were a fan of ancient Egypt from a young age, you probably remember learning in middle school about pharaonic times. Building pyramids, …
Ancient Egypt wasn’t unique when it came to pets. Civilizations all over the world have appreciated animal companions. However, the way they …
In the ancient world, the Egyptians were well-known for their medicinal care; Homer says as much in the Odyssey. Herodotus adds that both Cyrus and …
Like their modern counterparts, dogs in ancient Egypt were considered “man’s best friend”. This is unsurprising as the dog was the first domesticated …
Since the dawn of time, humans have developed numerous religions in their quest to commune with god. The ancient Egyptians were no different in this …
Mummified human remains are synonymous with Ancient Egypt, but when were the first mummies made, and how and why did the Ancient Egyptians embalm …
Four thousand years ago, the civilization spanning the length of the Nile, from Nubia to Memphis and across the fertile delta to the Mediterranean …
In spite of having one of the hottest climates in the world, ancient Egyptians kept themselves and their homes cool. Learn how the Egyptians made …
In ancient Egypt, beauty practises didn’t just perform an aesthetic function. Such rituals were laden with social, spiritual, and ritual significance.