There were many similarities between ancient Greece and Egypt. The two civilizations were in close contact during the ...

Peter Der Manuelian ’81 is the Barabara Bell Professor of Egyptology and teaches in both the Anthropology department and the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations. He serves as the ...

Mythology, propaganda, Liz Taylor and the real Queen of the Nile Amy Crawford A scheming stepmother or a strong and effective ruler? History's view of the pharaoh Hatshepsut changed over time ...

Archaeologists have discovered a sunken ancient port off the coast of Egypt, which they believe likely served as a major maritime hub during the time of Cleopatra VII, the country's last pharaoh. The ...

Several tombs in the necropolises of Egypt depict figures dancing across the walls and playing instruments. But when Egyptologists took a closer look, they were able to piece together how the art form ...

The shroud, which dates to Egypt’s Roman period, is etched with a hieroglyphic inscription and “unusual” art It may be a likeness of Ramses II, ancient Egypt’s most powerful ruler Atlas of Eating Life ...