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  • Aqsunqur Mosque Cairo

    Mosque of Amir Aqsunqur

    The mosque in Cairo, Egypt, was constructed between 1346 and 1347 by Prince Aq Sangar, a builder of Sultaniyah buildings. He is credited with the Aq Sangar Bridge on the Great Bay and built a magnificent house and two bathrooms on the Nasiriyah pond. Sangar was among the Ushaqiyah during King Al-Nasser Muhammad bin Qalawun's early days.

  • Al-Hakim be Aamr Ellah Mosque

    Mosque of al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah

    A millennium ago, Fatimid Cairo's oldest and largest mosque was built. In 989, Fatimid caliph Al-Aziz Billah realized the mosque could not accommodate more worshippers and scholars. He planned a new mosque, which was completed by the 6th Fatimid caliph, Al-Hakim Amr Allah. The mosque was inaugurated in 1012 AD and named after the ruler. In 1013 AD, the ruler issued a decision to turn the mosque into a “mosque” where jurisprudence is taught, to help the Al-Azhar Mosque to accommodate students and worshippers.

  • Visit Queen Nefertari’s Tomb

    Tomb of Queen Nefertari

    Nefertari's tomb is one of the creations of historical monuments built by the kings of the ancient Egyptian dynasties and became international archaeological attractions that are visited by tourists coming from different countries of the world to enjoy these interesting stories from inside the temples. Luxor's historical tombs, including "Nefertari's Tomb" No. 66 in the Valley of the Queens, are awe-inspiring. Discovered in 1904 by an Italian expedition, the tomb, which spans over 520 meters, features intricate inscriptions and colors, showcasing the love and devotion of King Ramses II.

  • tomb of Tutankhamun | Tutankhamun tomb discovery | king tut tomb pictures

    The discovery of King Tut's tomb

    The 18th Dynasty tomb of Tutankhamun, discovered by Howard Carter in 1922, is the only complete and undisturbed royal burial in the Valley of the Kings worldwide. On November 4, 1922, the sarcophagus of the Golden King was opened, and on February 16, 1923, British archaeologist Howard Carter entered his coffin room, which had never been accessed in over 3000 years of history. The tomb of Tutankhamun contained over 5000 artifacts.

  • the Virgin Mary’s tree.

    The Tree of Virgin Mary in Matareya

    The Virgin Mary's tree is one of the paths of the Holy Family, as it is located in the place where the Holy Family rested and became weak and frail. It is located in the far north of Cairo, near the obelisk of Senusret, and it can be reached from a street branching from Matrawy Street, which is the street of the Tree of Mary residences, where the tree is surrounded by a large wall and a beautiful garden in the middle of it.

  • Life History of Ahmed Ibn Tulun

    Life History of Ahmed Ibn Tulun

    Abu al-Abbas Ahmad bin Tulun, the prince of Egypt and founder of the Tulunid state in Egypt and the Levant, was born on September 20, 835, and is commemorated today as the birthday of the Abbasid state over Egypt. Ahmad ibn Tulun was born on September 20, 835 AD, from a slave girl named Qasim or Hashim, and his origins go back to the Turkish tribe of Taghzgar, although he was born in the city of Baghdad in Iraq, the capital of the caliphate at that time, and he is from a family that lived in Bukhara, and his father was known as Tulun.

Ancient Egyptian Gods

Info about Osiris the Egyptian god of the afterlife and resurrection

  • 05 16, 2023

 "Osiris" was the first Egyptian king to rule in prehistoric times according to Ancient Egyptian legends. His sacred city was Zaydu, and it took its name from his spell. Concerning the river banks, Osiris was the lord of floods, and green fields, and the lord and ruler of the dead. It was believed that his head was buried in Abydos, his worship in Abydos was mixed with other worship. The reason for this is that the Egyptian gods did not have a designated place for worshipping like Olympus for the Greek gods. You can visit Abydos which is very near to Luxor city after spending an enjoyable time during Egypt Nile cruise Tours between Luxor and Aswan.

 

The name of Osiris in ancient languages ​​is his real name in hieroglyphics; Besides, his logo was the five-pointed star, the star of the sea. The sea star always appears frequently on the Egyptian beaches during the flood season. He also gives them knowledge about the lunar calendars for worship and the solar calendars for planting. The star was considered a holy amulet that was significant for the followers of his sect among the Egyptians, especially in the sciences of astronomy and the priests who were in charge of serving the holy temples and pyramids to monitor the movement of the stars to hold religious celebrations. Come to Egypt to see and know about the Egyptian civilization through Egypt Classic tour itineraries, and to see the advanced architecture of the ancient Egyptians.

 

The ancient Egyptians strongly believed in life after death and the concept of resurrection: They believed that the dead person would be punished or blessed for his deeds. They accept as a true that Horus would bring the dead person after passing the test of the scales in front of Osiris. They will enter paradise; In addition, will be given beautiful clothes. Before that, the dead person’s worldly deeds will be weighed by placing his heart on one side of the scale and placing the feather of Maat, the symbol of “justice and good morals” on the other side and discover which will be more to pass the test to enter the paradise. Seize the opportunity to discover Egyptian legends and stories with Egypt Travel packages to have an exceptional vacation.

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The god Osiris is an important figure in ancient Egyptian mythology. He is commonly known as the god of the afterlife, resurrection, and agriculture. Osiris was revered as the judge of souls in the afterlife and was believed to bring fertility and abundance to the land.

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