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From King Tut’s treasure-stuffed tomb to one of the world's oldest human burial sites, these ancient resting places sent their occupants to the afterlife in style.

10 Fabulous Ancient Tombs

Egypt, a land where ancient meets modern, offers an unparalleled journey through history, culture, and natural beauty. From the timeless majesty of the Giza Pyramids to the tranquil waters of the Red Sea, Egypt invites travelers to explore its many wonders. This guide highlights 20 must-visit destinations across the country, each offering a unique glimpse into Egypt’s rich heritage and vibrant contemporary life.

Journey Through Egypt’s 20 Enchanted Pharaoh Lands

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It’s a deep dive into ancient Egypt. 

Archaeologists discovered hieroglyphic-inscribed rock carvings of several significant pharaohs — including an ancestor of King Tutankhamun — at the bottom of the Nile River.

The find provides “new historical information” on their legendary rules over several eras, according to Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. 



Illustrations included that of the king of Amenhotep III, the grandfather of King Tut who ruled from 1390 to 1353 B.C.E., according to Smithsonian Magazine. 

Archaeologists make remarkable discovery at Christianity’s holiest site — covered up by graffiti

Also seen on the algae-covered rock was Thutmose IV, who was known for...

Lost carvings of King Tut’s grandfather, other pharaohs discovered in Nile River

Through a basement door in southeastern Turkey lies a sprawling underground city -- perhaps the country's largest -- which one historian believes dates back to the ninth century before Jesus Christ. But "pagans, Jews, Christians, Muslims, all these believers contributed to the underground city of Matiate," Yavuz said.

Ancient secrets unearthed in vast Turkish cave city

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The mummified remains from dozens of tombs in Aswan, Egypt show how prevalent some diseases were. Tuberculosis may have killed whole families.

Excavators studying ancient Egyptian tombs discovered that even the ultra-wealthy suffered from disease and malnutrition

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The oldest cave art in the world has been discovered, but scientists don’t think it was humans who did it.Cave paintings dating back 24,000 years have previously been uncovered in Spain. But, in the grand scheme of history, they have been blown out of the water by a discovery made on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi.Paintings discovered in a Sulawesi cave are now the oldest known to man, dating back 51,200 years. Their discovery raised questions about the history of human activity on the island and migration more broadly.Advances in technology have now been able to analyse the artwork, which...

Oldest cave art in the world discovered – and it wasn't made by humans

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Archaeologists at a university unearthed a marble shrine containing an ivory box dating 1,500 years, which is believed to be tied to Moses and the Ten Commandments.

Archaeologists discover ancient relic believed to be tied to Moses and the Ten Commandments

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Made from crushed bugs, this red pigment was like gold dust in ancient times.

3,800-Year-Old Red Cloth Found In Cave Of Skulls Came From Far, Far Away

Archaeological discoveries often bring the past to life in vivid and unexpected ways. While conducting an excavation in Jerusalem, archaeologists uncovered a monumental structure that not only enriches our understanding of ancient architecture, but also ties closely to biblical narratives. This significant find sheds light on the topographical and historical aspects of one of the oldest cities in history: the City of David.

Archaeologists Discover 3,000-Year-Old Moat Referenced in the Bible

A detective has described a paedophile given a 25-year jail term for raping a child as "incredibly dangerous". Shaun Bolingbroke, 32, of Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, was jailed by a judge at Cambridge Crown Court on 23 July. Jurors found him guilty of raping a child under 13. He had admitted a...

'Incredibly dangerous' child rapist jailed

The Indonesian island of Sulawesi is home to some of the oldest figurative cave paintings in the world. A new measurement technique using laser ablation showed that some of these paintings are even older than previously thought, dating to a minimum of 51,200 years ago. It remains a mystery whether these images of pigs and bovines were created by ancient humans or another hominin species.

World’s oldest cave painting now dates back 51,200 years

In a remarkable discovery, archaeologists have identified a stone wall in an Italian forest, revealing a historical site where the legendary gladiator Spartacus clashed with the Roman army. This significant find was initially brought to attention by local environmentalists who stumbled upon the wall and promptly alerted the experts. Advanced...

Archaeologists Uncover Battle Site of Spartacus's Clash with Roman Army in Italian Forest

Ancient Egypt is a subject that fascinates many, so it's only natural that it is committed to film multiple times. Sadly, most films about Ancient Egypt have been really bad--horrible, even. In a sea of low-quality B-movies about one of humanity's oldest societies, it can be really hard to find a good movie about the topic, especially if you're craving something in that genre.

10 Must-Watch Movies for Fans of Ancient Egypt

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Ah, cats. Those mysterious, aloof beings that grace our homes with their presence. We feed them, clean their litter, and sometimes, if we’re lucky, they let us pet them. But how do we know if our feline friends actually adore us?

Hidden Signs Your Cat Adores You

The excavation is one of the many carried out in the City of David National Park to help expand and reassess the understanding of history and biblical accounts of the ancient city.

Archaeological dig in Jerusalem finds fortifications believed to be from time of King David: See the photos

Every four years in ancient Greece, boys and men traveled to Olympia to honor the god Zeus by competing in the Olympic Games. There’s evidence that another sporting event was held at the same stadium every four years—this one for young women and girls. The event was called...

When Young Ancient Greek Women Raced at Olympia

The 38-year-old is in hospital after being knocked unconscious outside The Deck.

Man suffers head injury outside nightclub

The parents of Conor Dowers say staff at a mental health trust failed to keep him safe.

Dancer who took his own life 'badly let down'

A marble head of Zeus has been unearthed in the ancient city of Aphrodisias, located in the Geyre neighborhood of Karacasu district in Aydın province, western Türkiye. The announcement was made by Türkiye’s Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, who described the find as “a unique discovery in Aphrodisias.”

Marble head of Zeus unearthed in ancient city of Aphrodisias

Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde made his Olympic beach volleyball debut to a mixed reaction in Paris, with audible boos. Van de Velde was sentenced to four years in prison in 2016 after admitting three counts of rape against a 12-year-old British girl. He and volleyball partner Matthew...

Convicted rapist Van de Velde booed on Olympic debut

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The female travellers who shaped the ancient world

In the 1800s, a trio of women forever changed the study and understanding of ancient Egypt. So why have their legacies remained overlooked?. I — In...

The female travellers who shaped the ancient world

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