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An open-air coffee shop

In the hot Egyptian climate, one of the best places to sit in the evening is an open-air coffee shop and refresh yourself with some drinks.

Karkade - the refreshing red tea of Egypt

In addition to tea and fresh fruit juice, karkade or hibiscus drink is very popular in Egypt. Karkade can be prepared very easily, and there are plenty of recipes for this drink.

Where is the tomb of the last queen of Egypt, Cleopatra and her husband, Mark Antony?

Head of the Dominican archaeological mission Kathleen Martinez believes that the tomb of Cleopatra VII and her husband, the Roman leader Mark Antony, is in the basement of the temple of Isis and Osiris.

Come and see us at the King Tut exhibition!

We are waiting for you every day at the King Tut exhibition: Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh in California Science Center in Los Angeles - we can't wait to tell you more about our unique tour and will help you to discover the secrets of Tutenkhamun!

After Tutankhamun

Tutenkhamun only reigned for a short period but who was to know what would happen following his sudden death. Who would take to the throne & how would this affect the country. His life and death is still shrouded in mystery...

Thirsty? Why not enjoy a refreshing glass of karkade in the hot Egyptian sunshine!

Egypt has several drinks that are traditionally drunk at certain times of the year & during certain seasons.

The blessed month of Ramadan

Muslims say that Ramadan is like a rare flower that blooms only once a year. As soon as we start to smell it, it disappears, not to be seen for another year. It certainly feels like this as time rushes along like crazy. The 30 days of fasting pass very quickly and are over as soon as they begin.

The king has passed

Mystery still surrounds the death of Tutenkhamun & there are many theories of how he died & in what circumstances. Many theories have been tested over the years. The truth is out there somewhere...

Egyptian food to stimulate your senses

The Egyptian kitchen is a place of great flavours and aromas making full use of many richly seasoned vegetables, fruits and rice.

The life of a king

Tutenkhamun & his queen lived a luxurious lifestyle in a palace in Memphis. 

Inside Tutenkhamun's tomb

The content of Tutenkhamun's tomb held many amazing treasures.

Howard Carter and his journey to discovery

Every archaeologist who has ever searched in the sands of the Valley of the Kings in Egypt, has dreamt of finding the tomb of a king.