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Which ancient Egyptian dynasty ruled the longest?
The 18th dynasty of ancient Egypt, which reigned from about 1550 B.C. to 1292 B.C., was the longest lasting.
Who ruled ancient Egypt after King Tut died?
When the pharaoh Tutankhamun died young, his widow may have tried to remain on the Egyptian throne, ancient letters reveal.
2,000 mummified rams' heads were gifted to long-dead ancient Egyptian pharaoh Ramesses II
Researchers have discovered a vast cranium collection that was likely left as an offering to Ramesses II, a much-loved pharaoh who died around 1,000 years before the skulls were embalmed.
Ancient Egyptian pharaoh-sphinx statues unearthed at sun temple
Archaeologists have discovered broken pharaoh-sphinx statues at an ancient Egyptian sun temple.
Ancient zodiac paintings on Egyptian temple see the light of day after 2,200 years
A restoration project has revealed ancient Egyptian zodiac paintings and inscriptions at the Temple of Esna.
Newfound ancient Egyptian sphinx statue may depict Roman emperor Claudius, but not everyone agrees
A sphinx found at an ancient Egyptian temple may depict the face of the Roman emperor Claudius, but not everyone agrees with this interpretation.
What did the ancient Egyptian pyramids look like when they were built?
The ancient Egyptian pyramids have stood for thousands of years and are among the world's most enduring monuments. But what did the pyramids look like when they were first built?
Elaborate underground embalming workshop discovered at Saqqara
A workshop discovered in Saqqara showcases the different ingredients ancient Egyptians used for embalming.
