Aswan Key Tour

06/03/2025

King Narmer,

01/03/2025

The 3,500-year-old mummy of Yuya, the great-grandfather of King Tutankhamun. 🇪🇬❤️
At the Egyptian Museum 🇪🇬

01/03/2025

King Tutankhamun's first inner coffin New Kingdom 18th Dynasty Egypt 1332-1323 BCE

01/03/2025

01/03/2025

Merenptah (July or August 1213 BC – May 2, 1203 BC) was the fourth pharaoh of the Nineteenth Dynasty of ancient Egypt. He ruled Egypt for approximately ten years, from late July or early August 1213 BC until his death on May 2, 1203 BC, according to contemporary historical records. He was the first royally born pharaoh since Tutankhamun of the Eighteenth Dynasty.

01/03/2025

Deir el-Medina is a village in ancient Egypt where the brothers of the craftsmen who were responsible for building the tombs and funerary temples for the pharaohs and their relatives lived during the New Kingdom (18th to 20th Dynasties). The village is located on the road leading from the Ramesseum to the Valley of the Queens. Nearby there is a temple and very impressive tombs

19/02/2025

Merneptah being received by Ra-Horakhty
Relief depicting the pharaoh Merneptah being received by the sun god Ra-Horakhty, detail of a wall relief from the tomb of Merneptah (KV8). New Kingdom, 19th Dynasty, c. 1292-1189 BC. Valley of the Kings, west of Thebes.

18/02/2025

📷 Cartouche of Pharaoh Tutankhaten on the Side of a Throne – 18th Dynasty, Egypt 🇪🇬✨

This beautifully preserved detail from a throne bears the cartouche of Pharaoh Tutankhaten, the early name of Tutankhamun, before he restored Egypt’s traditional religious practices 🏺👑.

During his early reign, the young king was still associated with the Atenist period, carrying the name Tutankhaten, which honored the sun god Aten. It wasn’t until later that he reverted to Tutankhamun, reinstating the worship of Amun and distancing himself from the religious upheaval of his predecessor, Akhenaten.

Seeing this cartouche engraved on the side of a royal seat is a powerful reminder of the political and religious shifts that shaped Egypt during the late 18th Dynasty. A fascinating glimpse into the life and identity of one of history’s most famous pharaohs!

📍 Egyptian Museum, Cairo

18/02/2025

Abu simbel Temples, Aswan , Egypt

18/02/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲 ‘𝗺𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗱’ 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮, 𝗘𝗴𝘆𝗽𝘁.
Temple has been modified on same site starting as far back as Middle Kingdom (2030-1650 BC). Existing structure began construction in late Ptolemaic period at time of Ptolemy Auletes, 54 BC.

18/02/2025

𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐈𝐕 - 𝐀𝐤𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐠𝐲𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐋𝐮𝐱𝐨𝐫

18/02/2025

Statue of Ankhemtenenet

The statue of Ankhemtenenet is a fascinating piece of Egyptian art from the Third Intermediate Period (around 743-656 BC). It was crafted from red quartzite, a stone prized for its durability and deep red hue, which likely helped preserve its features over millennia.

Ankhemtenenet was likely a high-ranking official or a priest, though details about his exact role are unclear. The sculpture represents the style and ideals of the later periods of Egyptian history when individual figures started to reflect more of the personal traits and stature of the subjects.

The Third Intermediate Period (ca. 1070-664 BC) in ancient Egypt is a time of fragmentation and change. After the fall of the New Kingdom (ca. 1550-1070 BC), Egypt saw a series of weaker pharaohs and political divisions, leading to multiple smaller kingdoms or regions ruled by different dynasties. This instability in governance was reflected in the art and sculpture of the time, as traditional forms and styles started to evolve, sometimes in more personal and regional ways.

Despite these challenges, the period was also marked by a resurgence of interest in religious practices and the veneration of deities, with many tombs and monuments dedicated to the gods and the afterlife. Figures like Ankhemtenenet, who would have been an official or priest, were part of this cultural shift, maintaining the traditions of their forebears while also adapting to the changing political landscape.

From Memphis (Mit Rahina).
Now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. 07.228.47

18/02/2025

A majestic gateway adorned with intricate hieroglyphs and carvings, likely from an ancient Egyptian temple. The towering structure, set against a backdrop of sand dunes, evokes a sense of awe and mystery. The intricate details, including the pharaoh's face and the accompanying figures, offer a glimpse into the rich mythology and religious beliefs of ancient Egypt. The gateway's preservation is a testament to the enduring legacy of this civilization.

18/02/2025

𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡 & 𝐒𝐤𝐲
🔮 Unlock the secrets of ancient Egypt with us! Share your favorite ancient Egyptian deity and let's delve into their fascinating mythology together! 🌍🏛️✨

18/02/2025

The Semna Boundary Stela of Senwosret III

The Semna Boundary Stela of Senwosret III (r. 1878–1839 B.C.) is made of quartzite, and its hieroglyphs present one of the most significant inscriptions from Ancient Egypt’s Middle Kingdom.

Discovered at the Semna fortress, near the Second Cataract of the Nile, the stela served both as a territorial marker and a proclamation of Egyptian supremacy over the southern lands.

Explicitly warning the Nubians against crossing into Egyptian-controlled territory and emphasizing the king’s absolute authority, it stands as a powerful testament to the king’s military dominance and nationalistic ideology.

Part of the inscription reads:

"...anticipating inferiors, suppressing mercy, merciless to the enemy who attacks him,

who attacks one who would attack, who is silent when one is silent,

who replies to a matter as befits it. For to be idle after an attack

is to strengthen the heart of the enemy. Aggression is valour and retreat is cowardice.

Who is driven from his border is truly a coward.

For the Nubian listens to the word of mouth. Answering him is making him retreat.

If one acts aggressively towards him, he turns his back.

Retreat, and he will take occasion to act aggressively.

For they are not respectable people. They are wretches with broken spirits.

My Majesty has seen them; it is no lie. I captured their women,

I carried off their underlings, went to their wells, drove off their bulls,

tore out their barley, set fire to it. As my father lives for me, I speak truthfully,

there is no boast that comes from my mouth.

As for any son of mine who shall maintain this border that My Majesty established,

he is my son, born to My Majesty. It befits a son that he be the champion of his father,

and maintains the border of his begetter. As to him who shall lose it,

who shall not fight for it, he is not my son, he was not born to me."

18/02/2025

Stele of Iku

This stele features a low-relief depiction of a seated woman named Iku, positioned on a chair with lion's legs.

In front of her is an offering table adorned with loaves of bread. She is portrayed wearing a long, smooth wig and a close-fitting dress, while holding a flower to her nose. To the right of the table, a calf's head is placed on a tray. Above this scene, two framed lines of text are inscribed.

The inscription reads:

"A boon which the king gives to Osiris in Abydos, that he may give an invocation-offering to the daily watcher of Min, Iku."

This text suggests that the stele was created as a votive offering, with the king granting a boon to Osiris in Abydos, enabling the offering of daily invocations to Min on behalf of Iku.

Old Kingdom, 6th Dynasty, ca. 2345-2181 BC.
Now in the Allard Pierson Museum, Amsterdam. APM 3400

12/02/2025

The Statue of Ramses II with his wife Nefertari is a striking example of ancient Egyptian artistry located at the Karnak Temple complex

12/02/2025

The Valley of the Kings ,Luxor , Egypt‎

12/02/2025

The Colossi of Memnon are two huge statues which depict the Egyptian pharaoh Amenhotep lll, who ruled Egypt from c. 1386 - c. 1349 BC. Both statues are 18 metres (60 ft) in height and weigh an estimated 720 tons. They were both carved from single blocks of quartzite sandstone which were quarried at el-Gabal el-Ahmar and transported 420 miles to their present location in the Theban Necropolis next to the present-day city of Luxor, where they have stood since c. 1350 BC.

The statues depict Amenhotep in a seated position gazing eastward and they stand at what was once the entrance to his mortuary temple, which was one of the largest temple complexes in Ancient Egypt, and the largest in the Theban Necropolis. Unfortunately, approximately 150 years after it was built, an earthquake destroyed the temple and much of the stone was recycled for other construction projects. Annual Nile flooding also contributed to the deterioration of the temple and barely any ruins of the complex have survived.

Both statues are unrecognisable as they have suffered the elements for almost 3,400 years.
Following an earthquake in the 1st century BC, the badly damaged northern statue was reputed to "sing" at dawn.

The name "Colossi of Memnon" comes from the Greek hero of the Trojan War, Memnon, who was believed to be the son of Eos, the goddess of dawn. The singing statue was believed to represent Memnon and was erroneously named the Colossus of Memnon by Greek tourists in antiquity, who also referred to the entire Theban Necropolis as the Memnonium. Thus, both statues became known as Colossi of Memnon.

Although badly damaged, the Colossi still bear some of the original hieroglyphics and also the graffiti created by visitors who have come from far and wide to marvel at these structures over the last three millennia.

12/02/2025

A shaft of sunlight entering the east side-room of the inner sanctuary of Amon-Ra in the Temple of King Ramses III, c 1186-1155 BCE, for the sacred barques of Amon-Ra, Mut and Khonsu, in the Forecourt of Karnak, Thebes, Luxor, Egypt 🇪🇬
Inscriptions inside the temple show the king slaughtering captives, whilst Amun-Re looks on.
(Photo credit to the original photographer)

09/02/2025

09/02/2025

📷 Good morning from the land of Pharaohs! 🇪🇬☀️🏺

Another beautiful day begins in Egypt, where history whispers from every stone and the golden sun rises over ancient wonders. Whether it's the majestic pyramids, the timeless temples, or the tranquil waters of the Nile, there's something magical about waking up in a place so rich with history and culture ✨.

Wishing you all a wonderful day filled with inspiration, adventure, and maybe a little bit of Egyptian magic!

09/02/2025

Block statue of Horus, son of Ankhkhonsu. The statue dates to the Third Intermediate Period. It was found in the Karnak cachette. The statue is 51 cm (just under 2 ft) tall. The statue is kept in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo
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09/02/2025

Colossus statues depicting King Ramesses II seated on his throne, that watched over the entrance to the Luxor Temple.

09/02/2025

Kemet Carpenters making a beautiful shrine ⛩...

Detail of a much larger scene painted on the south wall in the tomb of Rekhmire at the Theban Necropolis located on the west bank of the Nile opposite Luxor. Rekhmire was vizier, the highest civil official of Egypt, under kings Thutmose III and Amenhotep II during the mid 18th Dynasty.

We see here two standing carpenters finishing a small yellow wooden shrine. The one to the right works with an adze in his right hand, while the one to the left finishes attaching ebony 'Djed' and 'Tyet' amulets. These amulets are being sculpted by the two seated men below.

04/02/2025

The Valley of the Kings
Nestled on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, Egypt, the Valley of the Kings stands as one of the most iconic sites of ancient Egyptian history. This vast necropolis served as the final resting place for New Kingdom pharaohs, including the legendary Tutankhamun and Ramesses II.

Carved into the cliffs, the tombs are a testament to the grandeur and spiritual beliefs of ancient Egypt, with richly decorated walls depicting scenes of the afterlife and divine protection. Each tomb tells its own story of a ruler's journey into eternity. 🌟📜

The Valley of the Kings remains a treasure trove for archaeologists and historians, offering incredible insights into the rituals, artistry, and engineering brilliance of this ancient civilization. Truly a site where history comes alive!

04/02/2025

A beautiful relief from the tomb of Seti I (KV 17) in the Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Egypt. Seti I is standing before Hathor, who is presenting him a menet/menat necklace that is associated with Hathor and her son Ihy.

It is believed that this necklace was a medium through which she transferred her power. This scene could thus be interpreted as Hathor transmitting her power to Seti I. Housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris.

04/02/2025

Tutankhamun’s chair with the carved back, discovered in his tomb in 1922 by Howard Carter, is a striking example of Ancient Egyptian craftsmanship and royal artistry.

04/02/2025

Limestone head of a nome god, discovered in Hawara

Nomes were administrative regions, each with its own local deity or nome god. These gods were often tied to the local cult centres and were sometimes associated with larger deities in the Egyptian pantheon. Each nome had its own temple and traditions, but as Egyptian religious beliefs evolved, many of these deities became syncretized with larger gods like Amun-Ra, Osiris, and Ptah.

Middle Kingdom, 12th Dynasty, c. 1850–1800 B.C.

Now at the Cincinnati Museum of Art. 1970.170

04/02/2025

The Rey (Siti I) is the joy of the Rey (Ramsés I), and the padre of the gran rey (Ramsés II), and the duration of his recovery expansion in his reino in Palestina and the Levante, and the resistance to the hits that can be controlled of Asia Menor and gobernó entre [1279-1290].

04/02/2025

King Rameses Il mourns his beloved wife Nefertiti after her death

04/02/2025

Model granary with workers empting sacks of cereals under the supervision of a scribe recording amounts.

Middle Kingdom, early 12th Dynasty, ca. 1939-1875 BC.
From Asyut. Now in the Egyptian Museum of Turin. S. 8651

31/01/2025

A bone figure of a woman with lapis
lazuli eyes. From Egypt, Amratian
culture, 3700-3500 BCE, now on
display at the British Museum

31/01/2025

Queen Nefertari: Beloved of Ramesses II

Nefertari, the Great Royal Wife and favorite of Pharaoh Ramesses II, is celebrated as one of ancient Egypt’s most revered queens, alongside figures like Hatshepsut and Nefertiti. Though few details are known, archaeological records reveal her intelligence and education, as she could read and write hieroglyphs—a rare skill for women at the time. These skills allowed her to assist Ramesses II in his diplomatic efforts, cementing her role in Egypt’s history.

31/01/2025

Ramesses III offering incense, wall painting from his tomb

New Kingdom, 20th Dynasty, c. 1186–1155 B.C.

Tomb of Ramesses III (KV11), Valley of the Kings, Thebes.

31/01/2025

Statue of the Provincial Governor Ukhhotep II and his Family

Middle Kingdom, 12th Dynasty, ca. 1981-1802 BC.
From Meir, Asyut.
Now in the MFA, Boston. 1973.87

30/01/2025

Limestone head of Hathor; pillar capital from Dendera, c. 332-30 B.C.

Musée du Louvre. N 384

30/01/2025

Wooden and plaster painted anthropoid coffin of Tjentamentet

New Kingdom, c. 1570-1069 B.C.

From Thebes

British Museum. EA54521

30/01/2025

Tutankhamun’s chair with the carved back, discovered in his tomb in 1922 by Howard Carter, is a striking example of Ancient Egyptian craftsmanship and royal artistry.
The chair, made of wood covered in gold leaf, features intricate carvings on the backrest that depict the young pharaoh seated with his wife, Ankhesenamun, in a tender domestic scene.
This intimate depiction reflects the artistry and cultural emphasis on familial relationships during Egypt's 18th Dynasty, showcasing the bond between the royal couple.
The chair also incorporates hieroglyphic inscriptions and symbolic imagery, such as the solar disk and lotus flowers, signifying rebirth, divine protection, and royal power.
Preserved for over 3,000 years in the tomb, the chair is considered a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian furniture design and provides insight into the opulence of Tutankhamun’s reign.

30/01/2025

How they carved this accurate details 😯
The greatness of ancient Egyptians 🇪🇬❤️