Ceramic in ancient Egypt
In ancient Egypt, ceramics were the Swiss Army knife of the ancient world—a “water bottle, fridge, and backpack” all in one, with a side of artistic flair. Whether Egyptians were storing water, preserving food, or transporting goods, ceramic vessels were the unsung heroes of daily life, doing the heavy lifting while looking good. It wasn’t […]
Stargazing with the Pharaohs: Discover the Secrets of Ancient Egyptian Astronomy
Did you know the ancient Egyptians were some of the earliest and most precise stargazers in history? Long before telescopes or even the idea of space travel, they were mapping the stars and aligning their monumental structures with astonishing accuracy. For the Egyptians, the heavens weren’t just a backdrop—they were a cosmic map guiding both […]
Unearthing the Mysteries of the Newly Discovered Leather “Book of the Dead”
Just when we thought ancient Egypt couldn’t surprise us any more, archaeologists have made an extraordinary discovery—a “Book of the Dead” written on leather. This remarkable find is not only significant because of the material used, but also for the new insights it offers into the beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians. First off, […]