Two years ago the ancient city of Thonis-Heracleion was found below the waves in the Abu Qir Bay. Just off the coast of Egypt but lost for hundreds of years, scientists had no idea what they would found. Thonis-Heracleion was founded around the 8th century BC and after a series of natural disasters it vanished […]
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The illegal view from the top of the Great Pyramid
You are no longer allowed to climb the Great Pyramid in Egypt. It’s a shame but it is a good decision. The Pyramid has stood for thousands of years and we must ensure it stands for thousands more years. That means we can’t allow tourists to stamp all over it. A group of Russians, however, […]
Christians protecting Muslims while they pray in the Egypt protests
This is a fantastic picture. It’s come from the protests in Egypt and is being described as Christians protecting Muslims while they pray during the protests. Coptic Christians make up about 10% of Egypt’s population and there’s been suggetsions they have much to fear from revolution – if an extreme Islamic faction takes control of […]
Cat temple discovered in Egypt
A temple dating back more than 2,000 years has been discovered by Egyptian archaeologists. It is thought that the Ptolemaic-era temple was once dedicated to the cat goddess Bastet. It is suggested that the temple was under the care of Berenice, wife of 3rd century BC ruler Ptolemy III. The temple is in the very […]
The meaning of the number 9
Seeing the number 9 everywhere? Discover the spiritual meaning, symbolism, and mythology behind this powerful number of completion and wisdom.
Four ancient Egyptian temples discovered on the Way of Horus
Xinhuanet has reported that four temples have been unearthed near Qantara near the Suez Canal. One of the temples is believed to be the largest mud brick temple found in the important Sinai region.
One temple included decorations dedicated to Ramses I and Ramses II. The grandeur and scale of the temples lead experts to suggest that they may have been paramount in impressing foreign dignitaries visiting Egypt.
Eye of Horus
An ancient Egyptian protection symbol associated with royal power from gods. Some modern rituals use the Eye to channel prosperity, health and regeneration. Horus is a sky god and is often depicted with the head of a falcon. The Eye of Horus is commonly shown as a right eye with a tear drop below and, […]
