World-renowned Egyptologist Dr. Zahi Hawass shared his ongoing quest to uncover the tomb of Queen Nefertiti and the tomb of Imhotep, the architect of the first pyramid, during a captivating …
Egyptian Antiquities
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Egypt Recovers 36 Ancient Artifacts from the U.S. in Major Cultural Repatriation Effort
In a significant victory for cultural preservation, Egypt has successfully recovered 36 ancient artifacts from the United States, marking a new milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to reclaim its …
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“Treasures of the Pharaohs” Exhibition in Rome Draws Strong Public Interest in Egypt’s Timeless Heritage
The “Treasures of the Pharaohs” exhibition, now open at Scuderie del Quirinale in the Italian capital, has been met with remarkable public enthusiasm following its official inauguration by Italian President …
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Egypt Recovers Three Massive Ancient Statues from Sunken Roman City off Alexandria’s Coast
In a stunning archaeological breakthrough, Egyptian authorities announced the successful recovery of three monumental statues from the depths of the Mediterranean Sea at Abu Qir Bay, just off the coast …
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Shanghai Museum Stays Open 168 Hours Straight to Celebrate Blockbuster Egyptian Antiquities Exhibition
Shanghai Museum has thrown open its doors for a continuous 168-hour marathon — bypassing its traditional hours — in celebration of one of the most successful exhibitions in its history: …
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The Belgian authorities have officially Repatriated a 2,300-year-old wooden sarcophagus and a ceremonial artifact to Egypt, marking the end of a decade-long diplomatic effort to reclaim looted antiquities. The formal …
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CIB Finances EGP 963 Million Upgrade for Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show
Promoting Egypt’s cultural tourism infrastructure, the Commercial International Bank (CIB) has signed a medium-term financing agreement worth EGP 963 million with OSL Entertainment Projects, a subsidiary of Orascom Investment Holding, …
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The Egyptian-Dominican archaeological mission, led by renowned archaeologist Kathleen Martinez in collaboration with the Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña, has made groundbreaking discoveries at the Taposiris Magna Temple, located …
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A 3,400-year-old statue depicting the head of King Ramses II has finally returned. Stolen and smuggled out of the country over three decades ago, the statue’s homecoming marks the culmination …