Seven sphinxes of Amenemhat were found in Tanis in the eastern Delta. They were thus called the Tanite sphinxes. Instead of the traditional Nemes headdress, the pharaoh's face is framed by a massive lion's mane that increases the sense...

Kids learn about the events and timeline of the Ancient Egyptians in history.

Ramesses III as Osiris, between the goddesses Nephthys and Isis.

A brief overview of the role and importance of the craftsman in Egyptian society, primarily in reference to the works of the pharaohs. Hyperlinks to other articles on this website.

Serene ethereal beauty, raw royal power, and evidence of artistic virtuosity have rarely been simultaneously captured as well as in this breathtaking, nearly life-size statue of the pharaoh Menkaure and a queen. Read descriptions of this...

Good article about Moses, a prophet of Islam. Summarizes his life as discussed in the Qur'an: his life in the house of the Pharoah, the accidental murder of the Egyptian man, his miracles, and his prophethood. Includes many quotes from...

The Friesian School provides a drawing and brief description of Rameses II's tomb.

History for Kids presents information about the tomb of King Tut and the story it tells. Includes links to teacher resources with activities, worksheets and quizzes.

This site is developed by a amateur photographer who's traveled to quite a few exotic destinations. A comprehensive description of King Tut's Sarcophagus as well as some great photographs are offered here.

This site is developed by a amateur photographer who's traveled to quite a few exotic destinations. A comprehensive description of King Tut's Sarcophagus as well as some great photographs are offered here.

A Pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. He reigned from 2589 to 2566 BC, and is known for being the builder of the Great Pyramid of Giza.

A profile view of Queen Tai, the wife of Amenophis III, pharaoh of Egypt.

Sometimes known as Amenhotep III. Ninth pharaoh of the Eighteenth Egyptian dynasty.

The mummy was discovered in 1881, in an underground chamber near the site of Thebes. With it were the coffins and bodies of more than a score of royal personages. They had all been taken from their tombs and placed in the vault to...

An Egyptian pharaoh of the ninteenth dynasty.

Ramses II was a powerful sovereign, called Sesostris by the Greeks, identified by many with the Pharaoh who oppressed the children of Israel.-Colby, 1899

Also known as Ramses II. A profile portrait of Ramses the Great with carvings behind his head. He is often regarded as one of the most powerful pharaohs throughout history.

Also known as Akhenaten. Ruled as pharaoh of the Eighteenth Egyptian dynasty for 17 years.

Read all about Nubia and the people that live there. Includes photos of artifacts, maps, and a timeline.

Three pieces of art remaining from the reign of Hatshepsut, Egypt's only known female Pharaoh.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about King Tut and what may have caused his death. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

Four colossal 20 meter statues of the pharaoh with the double crown of Upper and Lower Egypt decorate the facade of the temple, which is 35 meters wide and is topped by a frieze with 22 baboons, worshippers of the sun and flank the...

A brief explanation of the term and the rolls of a vizier.

This site is developed by a amateur photographer who's traveled to quite a few exotic destinations. A comprehensive description of King Tut's Sarcophagus as well as some great photographs are offered here.