Mummies Day

To what degree was Egyptian cult part of Egypt's success story? Discover the power of Egypt's religious tradition in this examination of Akhenaten's ill-fated revolution.

How could a society apparently obsessed with death survive for so long? Discover how Egypt's specific belief in the afterlife was essential to the longevity of its civilization.

How did Egypt maintain its relative independence for 3000 years? The answer may lie in the reign of Thutmosis III, who conquered more land than any other pharaoh but still prioritized peace and stability.

Discover how both war and peaceful collaboration laid the foundations for an Egyptian success story lasting more than 3,000 years.

Take a historical mystery tour through the mysterious and long-forgotten KV5, the tomb of several of sons of Ramesses the Great, which proves to be ancient Egypt's greatest family mausoleum.

Egyptian civilization was based on the hope of eternal life after death. Explore the secrets of the religion, learn more about Egyptian burial practices and methods, and unravel the secrets of mummification.