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Why do so many ancient Egyptian statues have broken noses?

The ancient Egyptians were masters of the arts. They carved countless statues depicting the society of the Pharaohs, religious symbols, and the country's wealthiest citizens.

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Is there a mysterious door in the Sphinx of Egypt?

An ancient Egypt expert has claimed there may be a hidden doorway underneath Egypt's famous Sphinx statue.
Another amazing thing about ancient Egyptian civilization

It wasn't until the time of the Egyptian Pharaohs that mummification was discovered. The recipe for preserving mummies was 1,500 years earlier.

Inventions to tell time before clocks

Clocks are an indispensable part of our daily lives. But do you know how people told time before clocks?
How the Egyptians moved 170,000 tons of stone to build the Great Pyramid

Ancient papyrus journals reveal that multi-ton blocks of stone were transported by ship through a system of canals straight to the base of the pyramid.
Egypt discovers 10 2,500-year-old tombs filled with mummies

Archaeologists have found 10 tombs containing intact mummies dating back 2,500 years on the banks of the Nile River.
Inside the museum that hides the world's greatest treasure

There are countless famous museums around the world, but none can surpass the Egyptian Museum in the capital city of Cairo.

Sudan has more pyramids than Egypt
November 28, 2016 17:53

The country with the most pyramids in the world is not Egypt as many people mistakenly believe.
The truth about the curse of the Egyptian mummies
March 28, 2016 10:41

A leading Egyptologist has claimed that stories of mummies venting their anger on those who violate their eternal resting place are largely a product of Hollywood fantasy.
The harsh punishments of the ancient Egyptians
October 15, 2015 14:49

If an Egyptian stole an animal, he was punished with 100 lashes and five stabs in the back before returning to work.
Groundbreaking ceremonies of ancient Egyptians
June 20, 2015 17:35

The construction of ancient Egyptian temples began with a groundbreaking ceremony similar to that of modern times.
The Magic Handbook of the Ancient Egyptians
November 25, 2014 18:14

Researchers have decoded a handbook dating back to ancient Egypt, revealing spells, love spells, exorcisms and healing methods.
Hair extensions fashion in ancient Egypt
September 22, 2014 14:52

Archaeologists recently excavated the body of a woman in Egypt who lived more than 3,300 years ago, with meticulously attached hair.
Ancient Egyptian sphinx discovered in Israel
July 12, 2013 22:28

On July 9, archaeologists found part of an ancient Egyptian sphinx at a site in Tel Hazor, northern Israel.
Ancient Egyptian city discovered at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean
May 6, 2013 08:55

A forgotten city at the bottom of the Mediterranean will be revealed in a special documentary on...

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