Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egypt is a fascinating, rich, vibrant culture. It's an ancient society that was located in Northern Africa, where the modern country of Egypt now is.
The period began in 3150 BC when Upper and Lower Egypt united under their first Pharaoh. The rule of the Pharaohs continued until 31 BC, when Roman conquered Egypt and made it a province.
The Egyptian people were an advanced society and were responsible for discovering many processes and techniques. They developed irrigation for their crops; they learnt quarrying and various construction methods, architecture, mathematics, and medicine. The Egyptians built the first known ships, developed new literature, and helped move the current civilization forward.
Their art and architecture was widely copied and collected all over the world.
Inside this website you'll find information about their history from the predynastic period to the Late Period. You'll learn the purpose of the pyramids, about the pharaohs, their religion, what they believed the stars meant, and what their daily life was like.
So sit back and enjoy exploring Ancient Egypt.
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Ancient Egypt History
Ancient Egypt history involved a number of significant periods and dynasties. The history of ancient Egypt dates back thousands of years.
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Ancient Egypt Pyramids
Ancient Egypt pyramids are found in the Nile Valley. It was believed that when a Pharaoh died, he became Osiris, the King of the Dead.
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Ancient Egypt Religion
In ancient Egypt religion was mainly polytheism, the worship of multiple deities. There were believed to be over 100 different gods who were worshipped with gifts and prayers by people.
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Ancient Egypt Mummies
Ancient Egypt mummies are a source of endless fascination, but why was the mummification process used?
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Ancient Egyptian Gods
The ancient Egyptian gods played important roles in the life and activities of the ancient Egyptian civilizations. There were many ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses, and each had specific roles
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Ancient Egyptian Clothing
Ancient Egyptian clothing was about much more than simply covering the body out of modesty.
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Ancient Egyptian Art
If you're like me and have a love for ancient Egyptian art, this is the page for you. Travel back in time and live among the history of the ancient Egyptians.
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Ancient Egypt Map
Looking for an ancient Egypt map, are you curious to know what the Egyptian empire used to look like?
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