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Vintage photos show what it was like to visit Egypt 100 years ago

Egypt's tourism surged after the Suez Canal opened in 1869, driven by Egyptology.
Tutankhamun's tomb discovery in 1922 revolutionized tourism in Egypt.
Despite setbacks, Egypt's tourism sector is recovering robustly post-COVID-19.
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At the Met, Black Artists Salute an Enduring Affinity With Egypt

The exhibition showcases the deep historical and cultural links between Black Americans and ancient Egyptian civilization.

'Golden boy' mummy is revealed after 2,000 years

A teenage mummy was reconstructed using CT data, revealing a well-preserved face after 2,000 years and embellishments meant for the afterlife.

What did the first people who entered Tutankhamun's tomb see? | Aeon Videos

The discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922 provided essential insights into ancient Egyptian society.
Harry Burton's photography was vital in documenting the excavation and its artifacts.

Clue on Tutankhamun's death mask reveals how he was buried

New research suggests King Tutankhamun's death mask may not have been intended for him, but possibly for a high-status female or child.

At the Met, Black Artists Salute an Enduring Affinity With Egypt

The exhibition showcases the deep historical and cultural links between Black Americans and ancient Egyptian civilization.

'Golden boy' mummy is revealed after 2,000 years

A teenage mummy was reconstructed using CT data, revealing a well-preserved face after 2,000 years and embellishments meant for the afterlife.

What did the first people who entered Tutankhamun's tomb see? | Aeon Videos

The discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922 provided essential insights into ancient Egyptian society.
Harry Burton's photography was vital in documenting the excavation and its artifacts.

Clue on Tutankhamun's death mask reveals how he was buried

New research suggests King Tutankhamun's death mask may not have been intended for him, but possibly for a high-status female or child.
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