February 4, 2019

How did the ancient Egyptians build pyramids?

Before the invention of pulleys or iron tools, Egyptian work crews relied on strong muscles and even stronger ropes. The blocks were quarried on-site or shipped […]
February 4, 2019

Why did ancient Egyptians mummify their dead?

To the people of ancient Egypt, death was only the beginning. Egyptians kings (called pharaohs) were thought to become gods when they passed away. Ordinary Egyptians […]
February 4, 2019

Why did ancient Egyptians mummify animals?

Archaeologists combing Egypt have excavated an entire zoo’s worth of preserved animals: cats, dogs, donkeys, lions, rams, and shrews. Ancient Egyptians made these mummies for many […]
February 4, 2019

Why were ancient Egypt’s tombs cursed?

Tomb walls in ancient Egypt were inscribed with spells to frighten away grave robbers. “To all who enter to make evil against this tomb,” read one […]