Egypt fun facts

interesting facts about Pyramids
9 Oct

26 Interesting Facts About The Pyramids

Pyramids are truly amazing. They date back for thousands of years, and they’ve served all kinds of intriguing purposes – though largely for honoring the dead, as you’ll soon discover! Most famously, the pyramids of Giza were once used to help mark the passing of Egypt and Nubia’s rulers and pharaoahs during ancient times. And …
Calligraphy
4 Aug

30 Captivating Facts About Calligraphy

Not all of us have pretty penmanship, but some of us are truly blessed to be able to write beautifully in calligraphy! This writing style has been around for a very long time and is widely seen as an artistic form of writing. Nowadays, we can find the style printed on cards, letters, and so …
Alexandria, Egypt
20 Dec

9 Amazing Facts about Alexandria

Alexandria is one of the largest and most popular cities in Egypt – meaning it welcomes more than its fair share of tourists each and every year! In fact, if you’re planning a trip to North Africa in the near future, it’s likely Alexandria will pop up as a recommended spot to visit. But, before …
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1 Dec

10 Revealing Facts about the Rosetta Stone

We have all heard about Rosetta Stone and maybe even how useful it is for us to learn languages! But, before all that, the Rosetta Stone was one of the most useful and famous artifacts in the world. Here are some fun facts about the Rosetta Stone. 1. It was a deciphering tool. The Rosetta …
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30 Nov

10 Astonishing Facts about Amun, Egyptian God of the Air

Egyptian mythology is seemingly endless – teeming with fantastic deities and tales that people still follow to this day. One of the most important gods to arise from Egyptian legend is that of Amun, otherwise known as the god of the air. He was worshiped nationally across Egypt – making him one of the most …
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29 Nov

9 Guiding Facts about Anubis, the Egyptian God

Of all the gods and goddesses in Egyptian lore, Anubis is perhaps one of the most recognizable. He had a pivotal role in helping mortal souls transfer to the land of the dead – and as such, was revered for being extremely powerful and influential. But how much do you really know about the god …
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1 Sep

10 Set-in-Stone Facts About the Egyptian God Seth

Among the many Egyptian Gods, Seth is easily one of the most famous, even if many people are unsure how to pronounce his name! But, who is Seth? What was his power? And, why was he so worshipped? Here are some fun facts about the Egyptian God Seth that might come in handy at the …
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31 Aug

10 Honourable Facts About the Egyptian God Horus

Egyptian mythology remains some of the most fascinating ever recorded. Beyond their ancient encryptions in pyramids and tombs, the people of Egypt also worshipped a variety of curious Gods and deities that still capture our imagination even now. One of the most notable was Horus – but how much do you know about this Egyptian …
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30 Aug

10 Observant Facts about the Egyptian God Osiris

If you know anything about Egyptian mythology, the chances are that you have already heard of the God Osiris. Osiris is connected to the mysteries of what happens to us all when we pass away. But how much else do you know about this revered legend? Here are some fun facts about Osiris. 1. Osiris …
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29 Aug

10 Royal Facts About The Egyptian God Ra

The Egyptian Gods are some of the most famous deities in world history. Their fascinating mythology has been an inspiration to generations of people and storytellers. So, let’s get to know one of the Gods a little better together – here are some fun facts about the Egyptian God, Ra. 1. Ra is high up …
soldiers fighting in world war 2
20 Jan

15 Interesting Facts about WW2

Known as the Second Great War, World War II – or WW2 for short – is regarded as one of the most devastating conflicts of the past few centuries. It’s infamous for having started on the back of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party’s rise to power in Germany, their persecution and murder of Jewish …
interesting facts about mummification
7 Dec

13 Interesting Facts About Mummification

Mummification is a process where a human or animal that has died is preserved for a long duration by preventing their body from decomposing. Want to find out more? Here are some fun facts about mummification… 1. Egyptians were practicing mummification for centuries. Mummification became a cultural component in death for Egyptians as early as …
Cairo FACTS
8 Nov

15 Curious Facts About Cairo

If you’ve ever considered taking a trip out to Egypt at any point, it’s likely you’ll have come across Cairo at one point or another! The stunning, ancient capital city of Egypt, Cairo continues to be an amazing tourist draw, and is a hugely popular haunt for historians. Let’s course through some fun facts about …
facts about the river Nile
2 Nov

12 Revealing Facts About The River Nile

Located in North Africa, the River Nile is one of the most famous rivers in the world. Egyptians have relied on this river since ancient times for irrigation and transport. Ready to learn more? Here’s 12 fun facts about the River Nile. 1. Is it really the longest river on the planet? Although traditionally considered …
interesting facts about the Sahara Desert
13 Oct

15 Hot Facts About The Sahara Desert

The Sahara Desert is huge, iconic and breathtaking.  It’s located in North Africa and covers large portions of the continent, but how much do you really know about this sandy region? Let’s shine a light on these 15 fun facts about the Sahara Desert… 1. The Sahara isn’t the biggest desert. The Sahara is the world’s …