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It is an ancient civilization and one of the most influential ones in human history in which thousands of years culture, innovations, and strong rulers have influenced human action as a whole. The myths of pyramid building and the preservation of the soul from mummification do not cease to affect life on this planet. Egypt for all its brilliance continues to influence geography, politics, and economic life in this world, either through Egypt tours or through archaeological discoveries. Here are the top five facts of this magnificent civilization.
The term "pharaoh" has been taken to refer to the reigning monarch of the greatest desert kingdom in the world, one who occupied that unnatural dualism as a ruler and as a god. Narmer or Menes was the first king to unify Upper and Lower Egypt by founding the First Dynasty around 3100 B.C. His efforts set up the stage for Egypt's long history under a centralized government of the pharaohs. They served as rulers of the kingdom but were also considered to be the intermediaries of gods, determining the prosperity and stability of the land.
But in the entire history of Egypt, there were a number of dynasties, each leaving behind famous pharaohs. Egypt classic tours offer an unforgettable journey through the ancient wonders of Egypt, where some of these famous figures would immediately ring a bell: King Tutankhamun, whose largely intact tomb was discovered in 1922, revealing treasures and artifacts that stunned the world; Ramses II, or Ramses the Great, a pharaoh with a sixty-six-year reign noted for military campaigns and overseeing a vast construction of monuments; and of course Cleopatra VII, the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, who became legendary with her political acumen as well as her romantic liaisons with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony and her role in the last struggle against Roman expansion.
The importance of the Nile in ancient Egyptian culture is reflected in the popular saying, "the gift of the Nile," attributing the benefit it brought to the whole civilization. It flows from south to north and across the length of the land. It has given water, facilitated transport, and even provided fertilization to the crops of Egypt, making agriculture blossom in an almost desert environment.
Annual Nile flooding, predictable in flood patterns, was flooded with nutrient-rich silt, ideal for crop growing such as wheat, barley, and flax. This enormous agricultural surplus kept a burgeoning population and certainly worked to the economic prosperity of Egypt.
Other than the above, the Nile was also a means for transforming trade and communication. It aided Egypt towards the rest of Africa and other Mediterranean countries. Egypt luxury packages offer exclusive tours to these iconic locations, providing a truly lavish journey through Egypt's ancient wonders. Goods to and from these countries were mainly transported by river. Also, it was the way for military and religious leaders. Some of the most prestigious sites of religion and royalty in Egypt, such as temple sites by the names Karnak and Luxor, were also on the banks of the Nile.
The ancient Egyptians are known for monumental architecture, the hallmark of the civilization. Giza bears the most picturesquely built structures, the Pyramids which were else constructed in the Fourth Dynasty around 2600 B.C. In this case, the Pharaonic period targeted Khufu: the Great Pyramid of Giza is its non-described member, original height is around 481 feet, and built in the form of a "menhira". It has achieved 3,800 years of being the highest in the world among man-made constructs and is still one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. How a structure so massive could be built through precision with millions of stone blocks stupefies even archaeologists even now.
Apart from the pyramids, Egyptians built large temples and tombs, some of which are still functioning today. The Temple of Karnak was thought to house the largest religious construction in history: it was eventually dedicated to the god Amun. The Valley of the Kings, westward along the shore of the Nile near Luxor, holds graves belonging to many New Kingdom pharaohs, including Tutankhamun. For those looking to explore these awe-inspiring sites, classic Egypt packages offer guided tours to experience these wonders firsthand. In these monuments are manifest the advances the Egyptians made in engineering, mathematics, and astronomy; for many buildings were directed in alignment with stars and cardinal directions.
The Egyptians had a profound belief in life after death; hence, their burial rites were quite elaborate. Mummification was the process of preserving the body after death and was related to their religious beliefs. They held that the soul, or Ka, would require a preserved body for its further journey in the afterlife. The remains were prepared for mummification by first removing the internal organs, then dehydrating them using natron, a salt-based compound, and wrappings of linen. The heart, which was thought to be the seat of intelligence and emotion, was often left in situ or removed and stored elsewhere for safekeeping.
Powerful men and the Pharaohs themselves had mummification rites and were buried with valuable things, things such as food, jewels, and other articles for their comfort in the next life. The tombs of the pharaohs, like the ones belonging to the kings in the Valley of the Kings, were stuffed full of treasures and dramatic art. Often in the tombs were placed the Book of the Dead, a collection of mostly spells and prayers meant to help the deceased perform trials of the afterlife and earn immortality.
Great legacy bequeathed by ancient Egypt which reminds their descendant culture and scientific thought today. Many achievements of the ancient Egyptians in different fields like medicine, astronomy, and mathematics were far beyond the contemporary world. This deep understanding of the human anatomy by the Egyptians was embodied in their mummification and consequently led to early surgery techniques. Their celestial observations led them to conclude a calendar with 365 days and laid a foundation for future civilizations.
It is a fact that Egyptian art and architecture varied in the character of their symbolism, proportion, and hierarchy, and have endured into and influenced later cultures, including the Greeks and Romans. Even today, in museums and history sites around the world, one can witness the typical style of Egyptian painting and sculpture, where human figures are shown in profile with heads, torsos, and legs painted from different viewpoints. For those who wish to explore these artistic marvels in comfort, luxury tours offer a premium experience to witness Egypt's rich history and cultural heritage. In fact, the ancient Egyptians had themselves facilitated the diffusion of cultural ideas by coming into contact with the cultures of other civilizations, especially their neighbors—Greeks, Romans, and later Islam.
For a period well into the thousands of years, a great spell has recorded a huge number of personal achievements that will soon be fruitful in history throughout ancient Egypt. From the great pharaohs with their dream pyramids down to the most hysterically complicated religion that would determine the lifestyles of Egyptians, so fascinating is the history of Egypt to all people in the world. To those who want to know more about this rich history, here are top things to know about Egypt. The ancient arts and sciences as well as architecture are evergreen in their consummate nature and greatness, hence their continued ringing in the present world and, therefore, their place as the most 'celebrated civilization' of the past.
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