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Egyptians
Around 5000 years ago the ancient Egyptians established an
extraordinary and enduring civilisation. Enter their world.
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Overview
Ancient Egypt and the Modern World
There has long been a fascination in Britain with the world of ancient Egypt - what is it about this mysterious
civilisation that so catches the imagination?
'Ancient' Messageboard - Join the community on the 'Ancient' messageboard
Pyramids and Monuments
Pyramid Challenge
As an Egyptian vizier, or chief minister, you must undertake the most important project of your career - to build the
king's tomb
Development of Pyramids Gallery by Dr Joyce Tyldesley
Egyptian Top Ten Gallery by Michael Wood
A Short History of Pyramidology by Kevin Jackson
Building the Great Pyramid by Dr Ian Shaw
The Great Pyramid: Gateway to Eternity by Dr Aidan Dodson
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Mummification
Mummies Around the World
Mummification is indelibly associated with ancient Egypt, but many cultures have made use of the technique.
Mummy Maker - Prepare the body of Ramose, officer to the king, for burial
Gods and Beliefs
Sacred Animals of Ancient Egypt Gallery
Animals played an important part in the ancient Egyptian belief system, with sacred creatures and even pets being
preserved for eternity.
Ancient Egyptian Gods Gallery by Barbara Waterson
The 'Death in Sakkara' Gallery by Dr Joann Fletcher
Ancient Egyptian Magic by Dr Geraldine Pinch
Pharaohs and Dynasties
Treasures of Tutankhamun Gallery
Tutankhamun's tomb is one of the world's most spectacular archaeological finds, despite the young king's relatively
obscure life. What makes him so special?
Twelve Great Dynasties of Egypt Gallery by Dr Aidan Dodson
Akhenaten and the Amarna Period by Dr Kate Spence
Egypt: The End of a Civilisation by Dr Aidan Dodson
Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis: a royal feud? by Dr Joyce Tyldesley
Primary Sources of the Old Kingdom by Jaromir Malek
Ramesses the Great by John Ray
The End of the Amarna Period by Dr Marc Gabolde
The Fall of the Egyptian Old Kingdom by Professor Fekri Hassan
Daily Life
Voices from Ancient Egypt Gallery
The letters and inscriptions shown in this gallery offer a unique insight into the world of ancient Egypt, from the
biography of a daring explorer to the letters of an angry farmer.

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Health Hazards and Cures in Ancient Egypt by Joyce M Filer
From Warrior Women to Female Pharaohs: Careers for Women in Ancient Egypt by Dr Joann Fletcher
The Private Lives of the Pyramid-builders by Dr Joyce Tyldesley
The Story of the Nile by John Baines
Hieroglyphs
The Decipherment of Hieroglyphs
Discover how The Rosetta Stone unravelled the secrets of Egyptian Hieroglyphs.