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.

The ancient city of Thebes, known today as Luxor, stands as a testament to the grandeur and glory of ancient Egypt. Nestled along the banks of the River Nile, Thebes was once the thriving capital ...

Thebes was once ancient Egypt's capital and the cultic center of its most prominent god: Amun. It also was home to one of the largest temple precincts in the ancient world: Karnak.

After sacking Thebes in 664 B.C., he had a pair transported to the royal palace in Nineveh, now modern-day Iraq. Imperial Rome boasted various obelisks: some taken from Egypt, others manufactured ...

Archaeologists uncovered ancient military fortifications from Ptolemaic and Roman eras in Egypt's Tell Abu Sefeh, revealing strategic defenses that protected Egypt's eastern frontier.

Ancient Egypt: Facts about the ancient civilization known for its pyramids, mummies and pharaohs Though Punt was mentioned in ancient Egyptian documents, it was never identifiable on a map.

KS2 History: Ancient Egypt. The River Nile. A video for KS2 pupils exploring the significance of the River Nile to Ancient Egypt. BBC Teach.

Archaeologists in Egypt have found the tomb of King Thutmose II — the first discovery of an ancient royal tomb since King Tutankhamun's in 1922. Latest U.S.

Archaeologists in Egypt announced a breakthrough discovery, saying they found the long-lost tomb of the ancient King Thutmose II. Photos show the burial site and its distinctive artifacts.