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How to Plan A Trip to Egypt    How to plan a trip to Egypt is a question that needs to be answered in great detail. This article’s main purpose is to offer every traveler all the necessary information to have the most incredible vacation in Egypt. This article was written by a number of highly skilled and expert tour operators, tour guides, and travel consultants who have more than two decades of experience in the field creating the most ideal vacation trips in Egypt. Quoted from one of our dear guests who said that Egypt has been a fantasy novel that had to be read to sleep peacefully, a tour to Egypt needs to be arranged even at least once in life to live the adventure that you have always heard of and wanted to try. What distinguishes Egypt from any other country all over the world is the history that was created by its great pharaohs, kings, and rulers via its different ages and eras. While planning a tour to your second country ‘Egypt’, many questions may come to your mind, how you will arrange your accommodation there? Is it safe enough to travel alone or among a group! Where should you go and how much time you should spend on each site? What are the things to avoid? Things to know about before traveling to Egypt!! And many more questions that we will try via our article to clarify to our dear travelers to make sure that you have the key to knowing all about the basic factors for how to plan a trip to Egypt.  

The Ancient Egyptian civilization can only be defined as a twilight zone where the mind and the soul are trapped in a work of sci-fi or an enchanting fairytale filled with immortal puzzles and heavenly wonders. Under the mythological sands of Egypt lies some of history’s most unsolved mysteries that keep challenging the concepts of reason & reality till our current day. Egypt is one of the most researched ancient cultures as for the last two centuries it has been the obsession of countless historians and archaeologists. Their culture and technology is a gift that keeps on giving as a lot of mysteries remain unsolved, every time an archaeological discovery is made in the magical destination of Egypt like Luxor & Aswan, an infinite number of unanswered questions keep popping up. For the last 1000 years, researchers have explored this 4 millennia-year-old civilization across vast deserts to uncover the secret of their immortality using Modern science and some artifacts like the Rosetta stone which were able to give explanations and answers but some mysteries remain unsolved. 11. The Lost Labyrinth of Giza Complex Mystery Some believe there used to be a massive labyrinth about 2,500 years ago, Herodotus the greek historian saw a labyrinth firsthand, and countless ancient writers described it as a genius work of architecture that according to him put the pyramids to shame. The labyrinth is a massive building two stories tall with 3000 different rooms, all connected with a winding maze of complex passages. The tale of two levels to the structure that had 12 gates facing the other. At the bottom is an underground level that served as a tomb for the Pharaohs and there was a huge roof made of a single massive stone at the top. In 2008, a temple site resembling a labyrinth was found below the plateau using A geo-radar. A massive stone plateau about 300 m wide (1,000 ft) was found which is believed to be the foundation of the labyrinth underneath the Giza plateau. No one has excavated the site until so the unanswered question remains; Has Egypt found its greatest archaeological wonder or not? 10. The Dendera Light Mystery One of the most interesting images in all the temples of Egypt is the one located in the temple of Dendra. It shows a snake in a big ball of fire flying out of a lotus flower while being carried up by a pillar of human arms. The image looks a lot like a model of a Crookes tube which was a form of the light bulb that was invented in the 19th century. Some researchers believe electricity was discovered and utilized by the ancient Egyptian as was shown at the temple of Hathor at Dendra. Electricity was linked to the ancient Mesopotamians and Greeks with artifacts like the Baghdad battery which the ancient Egyptians elevated to a whole new level. The archaeologists have found some residue which shows the Egyptians burned lamps in every part of the building. So is this enough proof or is it all a hoax? 9. The Sphinx Claws in Israel Mystery Archaeologists from UNESCO were able to find 4,000-year-old parts of a Sphinx in the heritage site of Tel Hazor in occupied Palestine Israel. It dates back to the times of Pharaoh mysterious in 2500 BC during the construction of the third great pyramid of Giza. They were able to find the paws of a sphinx which was part of 1m (303 ft) tall and weighed half a ton, it was resting on a base and the rest of the statue is believed to have been destroyed. The Sphinx was situated in Hazor, a city that served as a commercial center in Canaan and was situated between Egypt and Babylon. The town was vital to the economic well-being of the two biggest powers in the region. Some believe it was a gift by the ancient Egyptian to further strengthen their diplomatic and economical relation with the city but it remains a theory. No one can really tell why the sphinx ended up 1,000 km (600 mi) away from the great Sphinx of Giza. 8. The Destroyed Pyramid Mystery Out of all the pyramids of Egypt, the pyramid of Djedefre was believed to be the most beautiful and majestic and the great fourth pyramid. Historians and scholars state it was equivalent to the Menkaure pyramid the smallest of the three great pyramids. It was made of stone that was blacker and shinier than granite. The pyramid faded in time for unknown reasons and the only remaining part was his base. The pyramid was located in Abu Rawash and some believe that the roman quarried it for the stones 2000 years ago but that kind of stone hasn’t been located anywhere else. Some believe it had unfinished foundations or the ancient Egyptian destroyed the pyramid because they hated Djedefre. A lot of mystery surrounds the pyramid but which is true and which is false? 7. The Disappearance of Queen Nefertiti Mystery Queen Nefhttps://bakkahtoursegypt.com/ertiti was the most powerful woman in ancient Egypt and her reputation is truly legendary. She started her legacy as the wife of pharaoh Akhenaten and the stepmother of King Tutankhamun. Despite her great name and stature, her tomb has never been found. He gained the reputation of the most beautiful woman in ancient Egypt, and her ancestry can be traced to the Mitanni kingdom of northern Syria. It is believed she changed her name and moved away from her husband who attempted to establish a monotheistic system in Egypt instead of the common polytheistic system. There is no mention of her death in any shape or form in Egyptian history, some believe after the end of her husband’s 12th years reigns, her name disappeared from the history books but some believe she became the pharaoh under a different name or that she was never a pharaoh, to begin with. In 1913, a sculpture was found which is located at the Berlin museum, which became very popular that turned Nefertiti into a celebrity. Some believe we don’t know what happened to Nefertiti because she wasn’t

  Life & Family of Amenhotep III King Amenhotep III and His Queen Tiye Colossal Statue in the Egyptian Museum Amenhotep III (1386 – 1353 BC) is known to be the 9th king of the 18th dynasty and is known to be the son of Tuthmosis IV from his minor wife Mutemwiya, the husband of queen Tiye, the father of king Akhenaten, and the grandfather of Tutankhamun. He became Pharaoh at the age of 12 after the passing of his father Thutmose IV and remained in power for 38 years. He married his wife Tiy and gave birth to two sons and four daughters. His wife Tiye enjoyed equal status to her husband which showcased her equality and harmony in their relationship.  He was known to be a great politician and a gifted leader. He was a talented hunter as there are scarabs describing him killing 110 lions during the first ten years of his reign, and a sportsman as mentioned in a number of inscriptions that also show his military expeditions. Names & Titles of King Amenhotep III Amenhotep III Statue, Luxor Museum His birth name “Amenhotep-Heqawaset” means (Amun is pleased, the Ruler of Thebes) while his throne name Neb-maat-re means ( Lord of Truth is Re). He had a number of nicknames such as Amenhotep the great and Amenhotep the Magnificent. He is known to have many names which are Amenophis III, Amana-Hatpa, and Amunhotep II which are connected to the concept of the satisfied god Amun plus Nebma’atre who is related to the satisfied god Maat. Pharaoh Amenhotep III Achievements Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III, Luxor Amenhotep III son of Habu dedicated his life to making Egypt maintain the highest levels of prosperity and peace which in turn created an incredible artistic revolution. He was able to set new standards of realism and quality. He is renowned for crafting the most enchanting monuments and structures all over Egypt across Memphis and more importantly Thebes, expanding the lands of Egypt and his empire through military campaigns into Nubia which enriched Egypt and strengthen its borders. Reign of Amenhotep III Statue of Amenhotep III, British Museum When he came to the throne of Egypt at the age of twelve, he ruled a great kingdom that ruled supreme, containing immense size, power, and wealth. Throughout his rule, he favored peaceful negations and pursuits over war. Amenhotep III was a true master of Diplomacy as he made many diplomatic exchanges with other great nations as confirmed by the Amarna Letters which shows he would send lavish gifts of gold to other nations so that they can bend to his will and also it was an exchange for copper, horses, and lapis lazuli, all the way from Asia. International Relations of Amenhotep III Sphinx of Amenhotep III in Saint Petersburg, Russia He made political marriages with a number of daughters and sisters from the rulers of Mitanni, Babylon, and Hittite in order to consolidate alliances. During his rule, he made many diplomatic expeditions across Cyprus, Assyria, and more. His high level of generosity and understanding made him establish a number of profitable relationships with all his neighboring countries. He refused the requests to send Egyptian women as wives to foreign rulers. He improved the entire atmosphere to express the policies and religion which encouraged the establishment of the most amazing building projects and arts. One of Amenhotep III’s most important decisions is restricting the powers of Amun priests by recognizing other cults; one of which is the special form of Ra the sun god known as Aten, and later on his son Akhenaton called for the worship of one god which launched a failed religious revolution. Monumental Constructions of Amenhotep III The Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Amenhotep III was responsible for creating the most enchanting constructions ever created in the history of Egypt reaching up to 250 temples, constructions, statuary, and stele, to immortalize his heritage. Some of his most famous constructions projects are The Colossi of Memnon which are the only remaining pieces of his mortuary temple, the Nubian temple of Soleb, and his palace complex in western Thebes Malkata which was connected by the Nile through a huge artificial harbor called Birket Habu. He erected 600 statues of the goddess Sekhmet around the Mut Temple south of the Karnak temples Complex. The court of Amenhotep III can be found in the Theban hills. Amenhotep III son of Hapu celebrated the ancient tradition of the Sed festival that happened in the 30th, 34th, and 37th years of his rule which are a series of mental and physical tests that shows the ability of the king to continue his role as the ruler of Egypt. His mortuary temple is the biggest of its kind which was destroyed by Ramsess II to be a quarry for his own temple. He constructed many buildings in Memphis, the main portions of Luxor temple, and a pylon in the Karnak Temples complex. King Amenhotep III the magnificent was a visionary who wished to immortalize his rule and create a legacy worthy of being respected by all future generations. His heritage still lives across all the heavenly wonders found across the wonders of Thebes. Death and Mummuy of King Amenhotep III Tomb and Mummy of Amenhotep III With his old age, he grow fat and ill and his mummies showed many painful dental problems. He was buried in the western valley of the Kings in tomb WV 22 which was discovered in 1898 AD. The mummy of Amenhotep III is now located at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Amenhotep III ruled Egypt for 38 years and was succeeded by his son Amenhotep IV (Akhenaten).

The Deir El Medina or as it is most commonly known as “The Worker’s Village” is an immortal piece of art that reflects realism and offers a glimpse into the daily lives of the ancient Egyptian Workers. Every true seeker of history will get to witness the mindset of the Theban craftsmen and artisans who constructed and decorated the greatest historical attractions in the history of Egypt such as the Valley of the Queens, Hatshepsut Temple, and Valley of the Kings. The village acted as an isolated dimension preserving the most significant archaeological monument in all of Luxor where the memories, struggles, and emotions of the ancient Egyptians are carved across the sands and walls of this enduring village. The Location of Deir El Medina   Deir El Medina has a total area of 5,600 m2 with a narrow path that runs the length of the village and is located at the foot of the great Theban Hills, very close to the valley of the Queens in Luxor, on the west of the Hill of El Khokha. Why It’s Called Deir El Medina? Remains of Chapels at Deir el Medina The Deir El Medina is known as Pa Demi which means the village, also it was referred to in official correspondence as Set-Ma’at which means “The Place of Truth” due to the workers believed to be inspired by the ancient Egyptian gods to make the eternal and divine kings and their royal family plus the workers were called “Servants in the Place of Truth“. In the early Christian era, many monks took over the temple of Hathor which was used as a cloister. Deir El Medina means the monastery of the town. The History of Deir El Medina Ptolemaic Temple of Hathor at Deir El Medina The oldest ruins in the village date from the reign of Thutmose I (1520 – 1492 BCE) the son of the Pharaoh Amenhotep I (1541 – 1520 BC) who planned the village. He with his mother Ahmose – Nefertari were seen and worshipped as protective gods plus the workers also honored Meretseger the cobra goddess whose name means “She Who Loves Silence” who became the protector of the dead and the personification of the Theban Necropolis. It was Amenhotep I who decided to make this village to house the workers who had a lot of work on their hands. Tomb robbery and desecration were serious problems so the royals decided to make their tomb less accessible which was carved into the cliff walls. In 1156 BC, the village saw the first labor strike in history. In 1100 BC, Tomb robbing became an even bigger problem as the workers robbed most of the tombs. In 1069 BC, the villagers moved to Thebes and Deir El Medina was abandoned between 320 AD & 400 CE, the Christian monks inhabited the village and occupied the temple of Hathor which they transformed into their cloister. Excavation started in the village in 1905 AD by Ernesto Schiaparelli Italian archaeologist and many others followed such as Bernard Bruyere the French archaeologist between 1922 & 1940 AD who uncovered the wonders of the village at the same time when Howard Carter discovered the Tomb of Tutankhamun. Houses and Layout in Deir El Medina Houses at Deir El Medina The village was situated in the middle of the desert to be isolated from the rest of the population as much as possible. The entire community was shaped to have a pattern of a rectangular grid that has a protective all which is occupied by a massive area of 1.4 acres filled with 68 houses located within the wall found on the mountain slopes. The main entrance was in the north wall which had a guardhouse plus another on the south. All the cemeteries of the workers are found on the west and east featuring a number of beautiful and elaborated tombs. All the houses were stacked together to efficiently use the entire space. The village had one main street and all the houses are found on both sides. Deir El Medina was not self-sufficient as there were no farmers and the village was in the heart of the desert plus the lack of water due to the far distance so all the food, water, and supplies were delivered to the village each month as a form of payment. First Labor Strike in History Inscriptions of Workers on a wall in Deir el Medina One of the most important ancient events that ever occurred was the first documented labor strike in history during the reign of Ramesses III in 1156 BCE after the defeat of the Sea People and in 1178 BC prevented their vicious invasion, At the same time the country was infested with corrupt officials, poor harvests, and Ramsess III Heb-Sed Festival made their monthly payment late which resulted in the entire workers march on Thebes to demand their pay. The strike was the first of its kind in the history of Egypt and held a very significant meaning. The king of Pharaoh was the main and only mediator and the connection between the gods and the people was kept balanced which in turn allowed everyone to work accordingly. When the payment system of Deir El Medina entirely broke down, it was like a betrayal of the principles of the Ma’at goddess of harmony which acted as the society’s core value. The workers understood the meaning behind what they were doing and wished to recognize and treat every series of wrongdoing. Despite the fact they got their pay, the strike launched a breakdown in the supplies that eventually ended the entire community. The Life in the Worker’s Village Some Villagers Are Harvesting the Crop in Deil El Medina The workers and their families were of a mixed population of Egyptian, Nubian, and Asiatic were free citizens and were employed as laborers, and were ruled by the same justice system. The village has its own court and there were local police called Medjay who kept the law and order intact. All

Ozymandias, Ramses the Great wished to further immortalize his legacy by constructing a magical house of millions of years of User Maat-Ra that unity the whole city of Thebes with the spectrum of Amun. The Ramesseum temple acts as a time vault filled with memories showcasing the blessed moments and beliefs from the lives of great men and women who created the most incredible civilization the world has ever seen. The Location of Ramesseum   The Ramesseum was used as the mortuary temple of Pharaoh Ramses the great (1279 – 1213 BC) located in Upper Egypt in the Theban Necropolis on the Westside of the Nile River across Luxor city and 100 km (62 miles) in the northeast of Cairo which is dedicated for Ra the sun god. Who Built the Ramesseum Ramses II Statue at Ramesseum Temple – Egypt Tours Portal Ramses the Great gained the reputation as one of the most influential kings in the history of the New Kingdom (1550 – 1070 BC) who was also a prolific builder all over Luxor and Aswan. Ramses II (1279 – 1213 BC) ruled for 67 years and he was able to expand his empire in all directions. The Ramesseum temple was dedicated to protecting and displaying his influence and power. History of Ramesseum Temple Ancient Columns inside Ramesseum – Egypt Tours Portal The Ramesseum temple was constructed by Ramses the great plus enlarged by a number of kings such as Ramsess III and Mernptah. One of the most captivating constructions in the Ramesseum temple is the colossal statue of Ramses the great which is more than 1000 tons in weight and reaches a height of 18m it was referred to as Memnonium Temple which was associated with their Memnon legendary hero who is the son of Aurora was happens to be the son of Eos the goddess of Dawn. The enchanting Ramesseum temple was the inspiration behind the poem of Ozymandias by Percy Bysshe Shelley. Some of the most detailed information about the descriptions and inscriptions of the temple was from Diodorus the Roman historian. It was unfortunately not preserved as Abu Simbel temple and Karnak plus it was extensively restored in 1896 by William Flinders Petrie the Egyptologist who the Isreal Stella of Mernptah who was mentioned in the book of Exodus. Design of Ramesseum Temple Hathor, Ramses II, Amun Ra & Nefertari at Ramesseum Temple – Egypt Tours Portal The Ramesseum temple has various remains of the toppled colossus of King Ramesses the great which stood over 6 stories high that was the biggest freestanding statue ever made in Egypt and the largest sculpture ever made anywhere on earth. The decoration found on the grand columns of the hypostyle hall showcases the craftsmanship of that era. The Ramesseum temple measurements of 220 ft by 600 ft and has the main entrance on its eastern pylon which is decorated with the battle of Kadesh scenes between the Hittites and Ramses II plus on the right side of the pylon is a list of the 118 cities that King Ramses II was able to conquer. In the courtyard of the entrance is a legendary status of Ramsess which hold a text at its feet that translates “My name is Ozymandias, King of Kings: Look upon my works, ye Mighty, and despair“. In the grand hypostyle hall, there are 48 columns that remain standing also reflecting scenes from the battle of Kadesh. There is also a much older temple which was constructed by Seti I that is dedicated to Amun-Ra on the outside of the hypostyle hall. The second courtyard is in much better condition as it holds two rows of the ruler of the underworld Osiris which represents king Ramses the great. In the south is a small hypostyle hall that holds eight papyrus bud columns.  There is a hall of astronomy where there are 12 months illustrated calendars. There are also scenes of offerings and the divine boat of Amun Ra. On the western hall of the Ramesseum temple is the image of Ramsess the great sitting under the life tree where the god of knowledge Thoth and the goddess Seshat are recording his name across the leaves of the tree to bless him with long life. On the western side of the temple are two vestibules that lead to a library, a linen room, and a sanctuary dedicated to Amun-Ra. In the south of the Ramesseum temple is the small temple of Mern-Ptah the main successor of Ramses II.

The Baron Empain Palace is a wonder out of its place like a fish out of water showcasing a highly rare oriental Hindu design that has equal in all of Egypt. The Baron palace is a true gem that acts as one of the most attractive monuments in all of Cairo in the immortal city of the sun Heliopolis and the source of countless myths and history. The entire palace is a complete milestone and an epic piece of art that offer a different aspect of architectural design that offers a great sense of curiosity to seekers of beauty and wonder. History of Baron Empain Palace History of Baron Empain Palace – Egypt Tours Portal The incredible Baron Palace was constructed by Baron Edward Louis Joseph Empain a Belgian businessman between 1907 and 1911 on Al-Oruba street in Heliopolis on the main road leading all the way to Cairo International Airport plus designed by French architect Alexander Marcel which was meant to be his main residence in Egypt. In 2020 the palace was opened as a museum after a 2 years restoration period. Who Was Baron Edouard Louis Joseph Empain Who Was Baron Edouard Louis Joseph Empain – Egypt Tours Portal The Baron Palace was built by Empain who was a gifted engineer after he returned to Egypt in 1904 from India after the opening of the Suez Canal. He decided to make Egypt and the city of Cairo his main and final residence and when he passed away he wished to be buried in the lands of Egypt. The palace was completed by him in Heliopolis in 1911. Empain was given the title of Baron by the King of France due to his appreciation and hard work in constructing the Metro of Paris. He is credited with establishing the modern neighborhood of Heliopolis in the east of Cairo. It was his idea to build a metro line within the neighborhood leading to the city to attract as many Egyptians as possible to the new location, so he commissioned Andre Barcelona, a Belgian engineer to make his dream a reality. Architecture and Design of Baron Empain Palace Architecture and Design of Baron Empain Palace – Egypt Tours Portal The Interior design of the Palace has two floors and a small extension which is topped by a roof plus surrounded by a massive garden filled with exotic vegetation, ascending green terraces, and marble statues. The windows are studded with pieces of Belgian glass so the sun will always be present in the place. There is also a residence place in the basement for the palace servants that is made up of a number of rooms connected by doors and corridors. The baron himself designed the spiral staircase which surrounds the palace building plus holds an elevator that connects all the floors with the basement. The ground floor is made up of a dining room, a reception room, and a billiard room, the first floor contains four rooms; each room has its own bathroom and balcony. The Palace of Baron Empain sits on 6000 acres (4000 m2) in eastern Cairo and the baron himself built the city to hold all the needed infrastructures like electricity, water and drains. He also filled the city of Heliopolis with a number of hotels like the Heliopolis house and the palace hotel which is filled with recreational luxuries such as a park, racetrack, and golf course. Alexander Marcel the French architect built the place within Heliopolis Avenue of Palaces which was mainly inspired by the Hindu temple of Orissa and the Cambodian temple of Angkor Wat. Georges Louis Claude added the shapes of various human figures, Indian dancers, snakes, elephants, Shivas, Buddhas, and Krishnas into the external design. Within the palace is an exhibition of a number of archival photos, documents, maps, and plan plus there are a number of panels that narrates the long history of the legendary city of Heliopolis and the daily urban life of certain time periods.

The Red Pyramid is one of the most priceless attractions in Egypt; as it was the first attempt to build a true Pyramid, and the second largest base of all the ancient Pyramids in the history of this glorious civilization. The pyramids were the tallest structures for thousands of centuries. The Pyramids of Giza were built over 5.000 years ago, the pyramids prove to the whole world how the ancient Egyptians were great, powerful, wise, and have all the features that could make them the best nation on the planet. Have you ever asked yourself how could such a great civilization that had a lack of forklifts, trucks and bulldozers build such GLORY? Why could anyone spend most of his life achieving such a civilization? And what is inside the Pyramids? Are they had treasures, tombs, or monuments? We will explain all these thoughts in this article to be aware of the Egyptian civilization as our topic today will be one of the most important Pyramids of Egypt, “The Red Pyramid”. Who Constructed the Red Pyramid? King Sneferu Owner of the Red Pyramid – Egypt Tours Portal The Red Pyramid is the tallest Pyramid in Dahshur, they have called it “Red” due to the reddish rusty color of its stone as they appear Red. The Red Pyramid was one of the three Pyramids that was built by “King Sneferu” after he had built the Bent Pyramid. Sneferu was born to a family in middle Egypt in Hermopolis and probably became a king by marrying a Queen from the royal family. King Senferu built the Pyramid of Meidum, it is the earliest Pyramid that was attributed to him, and it was constructed as a step Pyramid but they modified it later into a true Pyramid. The second Pyramid that he built is the Pyramid in Dahshur, they had called it “The Bent Pyramid”, it was designed as a true Pyramid from the beginning. After twenty- four years, King Senefru was succeeded by his son King Khufu who was renowned for the Great Pyramid of Giza. King Senefru had eight sons, they were “Khufu, Ankhhaf, Kanefer, Nefermaat I, Netjeraperef, Rahotep, Ranefer, and Lynefer I”. He also had five daughters “Hetepheres A, Nefertkau I, Nerertnesu, Meritites, and Henusten”. Historians viewed the Region of “Senerfu” as a golden age, as there were numerous places that kept his name after his death due to his greatness when he ruled Egypt. What Are the Structures of the Red Pyramid? Entrance to the Red Pyramid – Egypt Tours Portal The Red Pyramid was built in (2575-2551), and it has one of the largest bases among the whole Pyramids in Egypt as each side measures (722 feet), with sides sloping the Red Pyramid at 43 degrees 22’ to avoid the inclination like the Bent Pyramid. The Red Pyramid is (105m) high, and (220m) wide, and it has three chambers inside. There is a passage (3 feet in height, and 4 feet in width) that lead to a chamber (12 meters high) with (11 steps). It is the fourth-highest Pyramid in Egypt as its layers are 160 stones. The only entrance to the Red Pyramid is from the north side as it leads to a (206-foot passage to the first chamber). The Red Pyramid remains one of the greatest Pyramids that may have a secret chamber that we did not discover yet. There is a burial chamber inside The Pyramid (23 feet long), and (50 feet height), but it is believed that there were robbers that took the treasures inside it, so. The burial was inside the Red Pyramid (Possibly). What Are the Facts About the Red Pyramid? Facts About the Red Pyramid – Egypt Tours Portal There are facts about the Red Pyramid that we could not doubt, here are some facts that all Egyptologists agreed on its truth: The Red Pyramid is located on the west bank of the Nile River, this place (Dahshur) contains some important and ancient Pyramids in Egypt. The Red Pyramid is also called “The North Pyramid, and The Bat Pyramid”. The Red Pyramid was built by King Senefru. The Red Pyramid has more than 150 stone layers. The Red Pyramid is the third-biggest in Egypt, as it stands for (105m in height). The Pyramid is not always red, as it was completely built-in limestone. The Red Pyramid was an attempt for building a true Pyramid, as they had tried to build Pyramids before, but these attempts had failed. There is no exact information about how long they built the Red Pyramids, as some Egyptologists believe that they had taken 17 years to build it, while others believe that they built it between 10 years and 7 months. The entrance of the Red Pyramids is from the north side. There are three chambers inside the Red Pyramid. The main room of the Red Pyramid contains two million tons of stones. The Red Pyramid is bigger than the Pyramid of Menkaure. These facts are absolute truths that no one could question them. Can I Visit the Red Pyramids? The Mortuary Temple of Sneferu at the Red Pyramid – Egypt Tours Portal The Red Pyramid was closed for many years, but it is now open to the whole tourists, in addition, intrusive ventilation had been installed which pipes air to the people down in the interior chambers. It is safe to visit the Red Pyramid individually, with families, or even with large groups. You can visit the Red Pyramid every day from 08:00 am to 04:00 pm in the winter, and from 08:00 am to 05:00 pm during summertime.  Tours at the Red Pyramid Most travelers ask for an additional tour of the Red Pyramid besides their tour of the Pyramids in Giza for its importance as it is the third-biggest Pyramid in Egypt, and the first attempt to build a Pyramid: 1- Individually You can arrange your tour of the Red Pyramid on your own, if you are in Egypt, design your own tour and hire a car that has GPS features and go directly via google maps,

List of Famous 45 Ancient Egyptian Mummies with Photos The Ancient Egyptian Mummies can be seen as the ultimate example of medical advances, mythological religious beliefs, and dedication to harnessing the power of the beyond. Over thousands of years, the ancient Egyptians founded, mastered, and developed the process of mummification to preserve the body of the deceased until their time comes and they are called to stand in front of the deities of Egypt and earn their way to the field of Reeds. The ancient Egyptians practiced mummification as the ultimate means to preserve dead bodies, to ensure the deceased’s body remained lifelike and decay-resistant which involved removing moisture to leave a desiccated form that will enable the ka or soul to find the body once again in the afterlife after awakening. The ancient Egyptian mummies are able to radiate all the funerary rituals and tell the magnificent stories of great men and women. In this article, we embark on an illuminating journey through the annals of ancient Egyptian history, guided by the presence of 45 ancient Egyptian mummies. These captivating relics, carefully selected from diverse epochs, unveil the fascinating tapestry of Egypt’s past. 1. Tutankhamun Mummy Tutankhamun Mummy – Egypt Tours Portal The Mummy and tomb of Tutankhamun were discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter in the Valley of the Kings which remains the last preserved tomb in all of Egypt. This discovery is by far the most recognizable which started a new wave of interest in Egyptology. His mummies are found at the Grand Egyptian Museum with his treasures. 2. Hatshepsut Mummy Hatshepsut Mummy – Egypt Tours Portal Queen Hatshepsut was buried in the Valley of the Kings which was discovered by Howard Carter in 1902 and was confirmed in 2006 by the Egyptian Ministry of Antiquities and Tourism. She was located in a separate tomb containing two coffins. She was most of the most powerful rulers in the history of the New Kingdom who ruled with an iron fist as a pharaoh. Her mummies are found at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization 3. Thutmose III Mummy Thutmose III Mummy – Egypt Tours Portal Thutmose III was known as the Napoleon of Egypt who conquered many lands won many battles, and expanded the lands of Egypt. He came to the throne of Egypt after Queen Hatshpeut and was buried in the Valley of the Kings which is now located at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. 4. Seti I Mummy Seti I Mummy – Egypt Tours Portal The great protector Seti I is a legendary ruler who expanded his empire fortified the entire country and made many great construction projects. His tomb is by far the finest which was found in the Valley of the Kings and his mummy was moved to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. 5. Ramses the Great Mummy Ramses the Great Mummy – Egypt Tours Portal Ozymandias or Ramses II is one of the most renowned Pharaohs in the History of Egypt who won many battles like the battle of Kadesh in 1472 BC and constructed the Abu Simbel temple. He died at the age of 90 after her ruling for 60 years. His mummy and tomb were discovered in 1881 in the Valley of the Kings and it is now located at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. 6. Ahmose I Mummy Ahmose I Mummy – Egypt Tours Portal Ahmose I’s mummy was discovered in 1881 within the Deir el-Bahri Cache, alongside other leaders of the 18th and 19th dynasties. Unwrapped by the prestigious Gaston Maspero in 1886, it was located within a cedarwood coffin with hieroglyphic inscriptions. The mummy had been moved and rewrapped during the 21st dynasty, with signs of robbery. The body was about 1.63 meters (5 feet 6 inches) tall, showing a small face with no distinct features. Notably, he had slightly prominent front teeth, possibly an inherited trait within the royal family. Maspero’s description highlighted the mummy’s resemblance to his relative, Seqenenre Tao, indicating their familial connection. Initially believed to be in his 50s, later investigations suggested Ahmose I was likely in his mid-30s at the time of death. In 1980, doubts about the mummy’s identity emerged due to craniofacial differences from both Seqenenre Tao and the female mummy Ahmes-Nefertari, traditionally considered Ahmose I’s sister. This led experts to question if the mummy was truly that of Ahmose I, leaving his true identity uncertain. 7. Ramesses I Mummy Ramesses I Mummy – Egypt Tours Portal A mummy believed to be that of Ramesses I was stolen from Egypt and displayed in a private Canadian museum for years before being repatriated. Although its identity cannot be definitively confirmed, research involving CT scans, X-rays, skull measurements, and radio-carbon dating tests conducted by Emory University suggests it is likely Ramesses I. The mummy’s crossed arms positioned high across the chest, a royal gesture reserved for Egyptian royalty until 600 BC, also supports this belief. The mummy was stolen from the Royal Cache in Deir el-Bahari by grave robbers and sold to traders from North America in the 1860s. It ended up in a Canadian museum for over a century, among other curiosities. 8. Amenhotep I Mummy Amenhotep I Mummy – Egypt Tours Portal Amenhotep I’s original tomb was likely robbed or deemed insecure during the 20th or 21st Dynasty. His body was subsequently moved for safety, potentially multiple times. It was discovered in the Deir el-Bahri Cache, alongside other New Kingdom kings and nobles, during or after the late 22nd Dynasty. The cache was located above the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut. The mummy remained well-preserved, and its cartonnage face mask was carefully preserved by the priests who relocated it. Unlike other royal mummies that have been unwrapped and examined, Amenhotep I’s mummy remains unexamined by modern Egyptologists. X-rays conducted in 1932 estimated his age at death to be between 40 and 50 years. Subsequent X-rays in 1967 suggested a much younger age of around 25 years, based on his well-preserved teeth. In 1980, X-ray examinations of other New Kingdom Pharaohs’ remains, including Amenhotep