Archaeology

Cache of embalming materials unearthed in Abu Sir

Cache of embalming materials unearthed in Abu Sir

The Czech archaeological mission of the Czech Institute of Egyptology discovered a cache of mummification materials during archaeological excavations inside…
Egypt warns of harsh penalties for anyone who defaces artifacts, including LE500,000 fine

Egypt warns of harsh penalties for anyone who defaces artifacts, including LE500,000 fine

Law #117 of 1983 on the Protection of Antiquities stipulates several penalties to preserve archaeological sites and any collectibles that…
World renowned designer Stefano Ricci to celebrate 50th anniversary of his brand in Luxor

World renowned designer Stefano Ricci to celebrate 50th anniversary of his brand in Luxor

Italian fashion designer Stefano Ricci announced on social media that he would celebrate the 50th anniversary of his brand in…
Photos: Greco-Roman era cemetery uncovered in Aswan

Photos: Greco-Roman era cemetery uncovered in Aswan

The Egyptian Italian Joint Mission in West Aswan have uncovered a new archaeological cemetery carved into rocks dating back to…
Two royal statues discovered in Luxor

Two royal statues discovered in Luxor

The Egyptian-German archaeological mission headed by Professor Hourig Sourouzian succeeded, in a new discovery during its current archaeological season. While…
Archaeologists rule out murder as cause of King Tut’s death

Archaeologists rule out murder as cause of King Tut’s death

  Scholars have concluded that King Tutankhamun was not murdered, after a lengthy investigation that seemed to refute popular theory.…
Sun falls perpendicular to temple of Queen Hatshepsut in Luxor Thursday

Sun falls perpendicular to temple of Queen Hatshepsut in Luxor Thursday

The sun fell perpendicular to the temple of Deir el-Bahari of Queen Hatshepsut in the west of Luxor city, to…
Environmentally friendly electric cars to transport visitors at archaeological sites

Environmentally friendly electric cars to transport visitors at archaeological sites

With the start of the new year, the Valley of the Kings and Deir el-Bahari archaeological areas on the western…
Temporary exhibition inaugurated at Royal Jewelery Museum

Temporary exhibition inaugurated at Royal Jewelery Museum

A temporary exhibition dubbed “Your Coffee is Royal” opened at the Royal Jewelery Museum in Alexandria, including part of a…
King Thutmose II huge statue in Luxor to be inaugurated soon after restoration: official

King Thutmose II huge statue in Luxor to be inaugurated soon after restoration: official

The statue of King Thutmose II, sitting on the southern side of the Karnak Temple, was undergoing restoration work, said…
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