The obelisk is an ancient Egyptian architectural feat. ... In 10 B.C. Augustus brought the first obelisk to Rome from Egypt. It was placed on the spina of the Circus Maximus.

Ancient Egypt in North Africa was one of the most powerful and influential civilizations in the region for over 3,000 years, from around 3100 B.C to 30 B.C.

Ancient propaganda supporting Egyptian Pharaoh Ramesses II has been found on a 3,300-year-old obelisk in Paris, as revealed by Egyptologist Jean-Guillaume Olette-Pelletier.

Ancient Egypt The Nile river gave rise to the one of the greatest civilizations. The massive pyramids that contain lavish tombs for their rulers (pharoahs and queens) are still standing.

Ancient ‘well’ found in Egypt turns out to be entrance of forgotten tomb, photos show By Aspen Pflughoeft. Updated January 13, 2025 12:08 PM.