The discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922 by Howard Carter was a monumental moment in archaeology, but the fascination with the boy king’s resting place did not end there. Recent advancements in technology have reignited the quest for hidden...
When King Tut’s tomb was opened over a century ago, the world was instantly captivated by the discovery. British explorer Howard Carter had sought the tomb for quite some time, but even he couldn’t have anticipated the impact its discovery would have, not just on our...
Among all the imagery of ancient Egypt, there are many iconic symbols. However, few are as massive as the Pyramids of Giza – these great limestone monoliths pierce through the desert landscape, a trio so instantly impressive they are counted among the...
On this day 101 years ago, the secrets held by a long-overlooked chapter of history began to be unlocked with the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb. This astounding discovery, made by British archaeologist Howard Carter and his team, gave the world a rare glimpse...
Around 5,000 years ago, ancient Egyptians found that the natural conditions of their arid environment dried and preserved the remains of bodies buried within it. Customs changed over time and the Egyptians began to bury their dead in caskets. This new burial custom...