A joint Egyptian-US archaeological mission has uncovered the upper part of a massive statue of King Ramses II, one of ancient Egypt's most powerful pharaohs. The find was made during excavations ...

What it is: A broken statue depicting the Egyptian pharaoh Ramesses II (also spelled Ramses II) Where it is from: Ancient Thebes, Egypt When it was made: About 3,300 years ago Related: Pazyryk ...

He noted that during the legendary queen’s time, the pharaohs were portrayed with Egyptian and not Roman art styles as was the case with the newly discovered statues. Some archaeologists said that the ...

He noted that during the legendary queen’s time, the pharaohs were portrayed with Egyptian and not Roman art styles as was the case with the newly discovered statues. Some archaeologists said ...

Indie filmmaker Curtis Ryan Woodside and Egyptologist Dr Zahi Hawass worked together to create an in-depth documentary on the ...

Known by his superb nickname "The Magnificent", Pharaoh Amenhotep III oversaw arguably the most glorious period in Ancient Egyptian history ... by two enormous statues known as the Colossi ...

Shanghai Museum decided to host an Egyptian-themed New Year's Party which took place from 7 pm to midnight, and included a ...

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Pharaohs were the kings of Ancient Egypt. They ruled over the land ... destroyed many of his statues and monuments. Child: Tutankhamun, ruler of Egypt, from around 1332 to 1323BC.