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1. There's a lot more to Egypt than its pyramids November 04, 2009 World renowned for its intriguing historical heritage, which stretches back across 6000 years, Egypt is awash with a plethora of ancient relics and spectacular landmarks. Indeed, from the legendary Giza Pyramid Complex and the Great Sphinx to the captivating city of Luxor and the winding River Nile, there is a range of breathtaking views to absorb. However, scratch the surface and there is a lot more to this unique country than first meets the eye. Take the city of Sharm el Sheikh, as a prime example. Cited as being home to some of the most magnificent diving spots in the world, it is an a... (read more) Author: Isla Campbell

2. Cats Care October 29, 2009 Cat is a very well known pet. Since ancient Egypt, Cats have been kept by humans as a pet. There different aspects of mythology related to cats; somewhere cats are treated like a symbol of good fortune and somewhere cats are treated like negative creature that can bring sorrows only. This is also true that Cats bring happiness to our lives. Being a liable cat owner is not an easy job, it involves lots of devotion and love, and it also requires proper care of the pet. Hence you need better knowledge about the cat’s living style, her food and many more things that enrich life of your cat. Mos... (read more) Author: gray smithroy

3. Gay Travel And Vacation Tips For Egypt October 27, 2009 In many ways, Egypt is one big museum featuring numerous sites of religious, cultural and historical importance. Gay vacations to Egypt can include everything from browsing open-air souks, cruising down the Nile, visiting old-world temples, exploring ancient cities, trekking across the desert on a camel and standing in awe of the Great Pyramids of Giza, to shopping in modern, cosmopolitan cities and lounging on white sand beaches. From the burial tombs at Valley of Kings or exploring the Temple at Edfu, to shopping for textiles in the Khan al Khalili Bazaar or touring the treasures of King Tut... (read more) Author: Howie Holben

4. Magnificent Woodcraft Cabinets. October 22, 2009 http://www.about-woodcraft.info/Articles/Magnificent_Woodcraft_Cabinets.php The design and style of exclusive woodcraft furniture lionizes the cultural richness of any civilization. After ornaments, some of the most exquisite items left behind from ancient Egypt are the furniture its people carved and used. Furniture shaped from wood is made not only for functionality but for beauty as well, a beauty that combined the best in intricate artistry while paying homage to the natural world. Cabinet making is the activity of employing many wood-crafting skills to build cabinets, shelves and fu... (read more) Author: Keith Londrie II

5. Sail into ancient history on a Nile cruise October 16, 2009 Egypt could be the ultimate holiday destination when it comes to soaking up history and culture abroad - and sailing up the Nile on a cruise holiday might well be one of the best ways of doing so. We know much about the ancient Egyptian civilisation thanks in part to what it left behind - impressive monuments like the Pyramids and a host of temples, tombs and other structures. One of the most famous of these is the Temple of Karnak, a sprawling complex devoted to the gods Amun, Mut and Khonsu and packed with sanctuaries, rooms, enclosures and precincts that measures a staggering 1.5k... (read more) Author: Dipika Patel

6. Karnak, Ancient Hub of Egypt October 16, 2009 One of the most important historical and cultural areas of Egypt is Luxor, with its high concentration of ancient sites. Luxor is situated in southern Egypt (also known as "Upper Egypt") and can be easily reached by train from the capital city of Cairo. Standing upon the site of the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes, there are many fantastic things to see in the Luxor area, for instance the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Colossi of Memnon, Hatshepshut's Temple, and lots of others. Luxor is most definitely an essential part of a journey to Egypt. But one of the most outstanding sites ... (read more) Author: Bob Ethan

7. Ostrich feathers October 16, 2009 Ostrich feathers have being used since ancient times. They were used in Egypt by Cleopatra and King Tutankhamen in ornamentation and fans. In Rome they were used by roman officers in their headgear to indicate their rank. Today these feathers are used in centerpieces in wedding ceremonies and other events like baby shower, bridal shower, birthday party, confirmation, communion, corporate event, engagement, family reunion, high school prom, graduation, school reunion, sweet sixteen, or New Year’s Eve party etc . Ostrich feathers are available in many different colors like black, gray, gold, or... (read more) Author: neha chawla

8. Karnak, the Center of Ancient Thebes October 16, 2009 One area in Egypt that is highly concentrated with sites of historical value is Luxor. Luxor is situated in southern Egypt (also known as "Upper Egypt") and can be easily reached by train from the capital city of Cairo. Located on the site of the ancient capital of Thebes, you can see numerous mindblowing attractions in and around Luxor, including the Colossi of Memnon, the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepshut, the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, and many more. Luxor is most definitely an essential part of a journey to Egypt. But one of the most outstanding sites in Luxor, locate... (read more) Author: Rob Pettifer

9. The Great Giza Pyramids October 16, 2009 Probably the most well-known tourist destination on Earth, and probably the world's oldest, The Great Pyramids of Giza are the single remaining wonder of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World. Visitors have been in awe of their architectural ingenuity for millennia.The pyramids are around 5000 years old, and until the 19th century remained the tallest structures in the world. Nobody knows how ancient people, who were supposedly less advanced than people today, pulled off such an amazing architectural feat. The highest of the 3 Great Pyramids is Khufu, which stands 138.8 m tall (455 feet). ... (read more) Author: Rob Pettifer

10. The Evolution of Perfume - Facts And History October 14, 2009 The chronicle of perfume refers to its wide use in ancient Egypt, Rome and the Middle East. Perfume was extensively used by women as beautification ritual and status, besides religious rituals. It also played a significant role in courtship and romance acts. Classic perfumes were made using aromatic natural raw materials acquired from botanical as well as animal sources. The finished perfumes turned to be highly expensive revealing the production costs and only the opulent class of people could afford it. However, owing to technological advancements and modern chemistry the classic perfum... (read more) Author: Roberto Sedycias

11. Using Bunk Beds Properly And Safely October 13, 2009 Using bunk beds properly and safely is a must if you don't want any mishaps with your children. Bunk beds haven't changed all that much in design over the years, but they have changed some. Their available colors have definitely changed. You can match them to almost any bedroom decor. They've been used by families for many, many years, and are still a child favorite today. Although this isn't a fact that's chiseled in stone, it's been said that we acquired the bunk bed concept from as far back as ancient Egypt. While there aren't any hard facts to be found backing that up, it has become a... (read more) Author: Annie Deakin

12. Use Of Embroidery Appliqué October 09, 2009 They say “Clothes Make the Man”. And in our desire for beautiful clothes, civilization has evolved many an art form solely for beautification of the cloth. The use of applique embroidery as a method of decorating fabrics began as early as 980 BC in Egypt with the making of a leather canopy. So, though it is an ancient art, it has adapted quite well with the modern times. We can easily see the appliqué embroidery in modern Parisian or Milan runways. It has not just sustained but also flourished over time. For the uninitiated, appliqué literally means “that has been applied” in French. Appl... (read more) Author: James Bond

13. Egypt Holidays Offer the Best of it All October 09, 2009 You might think that travelling back to the land of the ancient world might cost the earth, but in fact cheap Egypt holidays are a reality. You really can fly to Egypt and see all the wonders of the country’s cultural heritage without breaking the bank. Just five and a half hours by air from the UK and you can be in a world of sun, the Nile and some of the most wondrous man-made sights in the world. The pyramids, the Valleys of the Kings and Queens, the Sphinx – no country can reel of its list of ancient attractions like Egypt! In addition, you can take in the sights, sounds and sm... (read more) Author: Danny Jones

14. Combine Ancient With Modern With Holidays to Egypt October 09, 2009 Holidays to Egypt conjure up images of ancient pyramids and cultural history unrivalled the world over. However, it’s not just about monuments from a bygone era. Egypt can also offer white sandy beaches, sea diving to see marine life and coral reefs and sparking accommodation against the backdrop of unblemished blue sky and sunshine. Egypt has been at the heart of civilisation for thousands of years, and for good reason. The Nile is the country’s lifeblood, and drifting down the majestic river you can marvel at the remains of sophisticated civilisations of thousands of years ago or visit ... (read more) Author: Danny Jones

15. Egypt Severs Ties with Louvre Over 'Stolen' Ancient Egyptian Artifacts October 07, 2009 Zahi HawassEgypt's antiquities chief says Egypt is suspending ties with the Louvre, saying the French museum has not returned what he says are stolen artifacts.Zahi Hawass on Wednesday said the Louvre has repeatedly ignored requests to return steles, or large reliefs, that date back to the time of the Pharaohs.   Hawass said the Louvre purchased the four archeological reliefs that were stolen from a tomb in Luxor in the 1980s. The French news agency quotes France's Culture Minister Frederic Mitterrand as saying France is willing to return the relics if they were indeed stolen from th... (read more)

16. Controversial Hypnosis October 04, 2009 Hypnosis is an alternative state of consciousness, where the subject will retain the awareness and presence of the hypnotist and the surrounding environment. It’s a state of heighten suggestibility where the subject is more open to suggestions and can access creativity, retrace certain memories, and or work with pain relief. For the past two centuries experts all over the world have been studying hypnosis. It is believed that hypnosis has been studied and practiced as far back as ancient Greece and Egypt. However, the majority of studies have been performed from 1950 to around 1980. Even... (read more) Author: Austin Dreier

17. Where Did The Watermelon Originate? October 04, 2009 Can you guess where the watermelon originated? Watermelon originated in the Kalahari Desert in Africa. The first watermelon was in Egypt 5,000 years ago. The harvests are depicted in hieroglyphics on ancient Egyptian walls. Watermelon seeds were recovered from the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamen. The watermelon spread along the Mediterranean basin countries by way of merchant trading ships. In the 10th century AD watermelon travelled to China. Currently, China is the world’s number one producer of watermelon. In the 13th century Moorish invader introduced the fruit to Europe. According to Jo... (read more) Author: Gail Cole

18. Making The Cut October 01, 2009 It is believed that scissors were invented in ancient Egypt about 1500. Early scissors appeared in the Middle East some 3,000 to 4,000 years ago. The scissors worked with a spring that comprised two bronze blades connected at the handles by a thin, curved strip of bronze. This strip served to bring the blades together when squeezed and to pull them apart when released. Cross-bladed scissors were invented by the Romans around AD 100. Pivoted scissors of bronze or iron, in which the blades were connected at a point between the tips and the handles, were used in ancient Rome, China, Japan, and Ko... (read more) Author: Robert Bell

19. Evidence For the Biblical Joseph in Ancient Egyptian Coins October 01, 2009 Egyptian archaeologists say they have found evidence for the historicity of the Joseph described in the Book of Genesis. Recently, a research group led by Dr. Sa'id Muhammad Thabet took a closer look at the collections of the Egyptian Museum of Archaeology. They found 500 coins from the time of the Pharaohs. Previously, archaeologists had assumed that these items were amulets. They had put them away in boxes. However, a more in-depth investigation revealed that they were coins. Some historians were reluctant to believe that coins were used in Egypt during the era of the Pharaohs. T... (read more) Author: Joel Kontinen

20. Author: Co-Author: (Optional) Recently Selected Categories: Select one of the categories from the October 01, 2009 Gambling has been a mankind interest for thousands of years. It has evidently existed since ancient times. The oldest evident of ancient gambling is founda in China Sites, dating back to 2300 B.C. A pair of ivory dice made before 1500 B.C. is believed to be existed in ancient Egypt. Writings mentioning gambling have been discovered on a tablet in one of the Giza pyramids. The ancient Indians, Greeks and Romans also practiced some form of gambling. Today gambling can be found anywhere round the globe. Whether on the hill-top countries or on the beach-side cities, you can always find spots ... (read more) Author: John Wardoscof

21. Understanding the Types of Egyptian Jewelry September 18, 2009 The modern world owes a lot to the ancient civilization of Egypt, not the least of which is the classic Egyptian jewelry. From the architectural wonders of Pyramid, to the legends of the Pharos, the concept of life after death and the convincing inspiration for many Hollywood blockbusters, the Egyptian culture has touched our lives in innumerable ways. And, now their awe-inspiring museum jewelry is compelling aficionados of fashion, from the streets of Vienna to ramps in Paris, sit up and take notice. The fashion gurus are standing in ovation to the class and exotic elegance of Egyptian jewelr... (read more) Author: Anirban Bhattacharya

22. Modern Bed; The Existence Of The Modern Living From Past To Future September 15, 2009 If you will rewind and look the things we have from the past, you can see a lot of difference from the bed today. At the present, many known manufacturers are known in creating a modern bed which is really a demand to a lot of homes today. Before bed is know to identify the status of a family in the community, this is all true with ancient Egypt where beds are use for sleeping of majestic clans. The history of beds evolved was originally made from ropes that are combined together transversely in a wooden frame. And in the 18th century, bed was improved into a more quality materials like cot... (read more) Author: Allison Ayson

23. Amethyst Gemstone Protects From Intoxication September 15, 2009 Amethyst is a fascinating burgundy gem which has been loved by royal families thr oughout history, all of the way back to 3k B.C. in Egypt. Yet notwithstanding its royal history, it's incredibly affordable. Amethyst is thought to stimulate right-brain activity and psych ic intuition. It also has curative properties, taking out impurities from the blood, strengthening immunity and softening headaches. The ancient Greeks thought that amethyst stopped drunkenness. The name amethyst is taken from the Greek term amethystos, meaning "not drunken", or "sober". Consuming wine from an ameth... (read more) Author: Fred Michaels

24. Chemical Peel Medical Spa September 13, 2009 An overview of chemical peels for facial skin enhancement: At a chemical peel medical spa you can employ a cosmetic dermatologist to treat your facial wrinkles, blemishes and areas of uneven skin pigmentation. Chemical peels have been being utilized since times in ancient Greece, Egypt and Rome. Put simply, they help people to have younger looking, smoother skin. Skin enhancement is readily available to you on an outpatient basis. Reducing and/or completely eliminating fine lines, scarring from acne, wrinkles and other issues concerning your facial skin are all achievable goals. ... (read more) Author: Priyank Saxena

25. Embroidery applique and machines September 11, 2009 Embroidery applique, the stitching of specific patterns or images into clothing, began in ancient civilizations as old as that of ancient Egypt and Zhou Dynasty China. It makes regular clothing look much fancier and far more interesting. It has remained popular for both its ability to stitch intricate patterns and images into clothing as well as its value as a pastime. From the activity's origins, the poorest peasant to the richest queen has had the ability to embroider clothing as long as they have time, needles, cloth, and string.For this reason, some of the most beautiful clothing has been ... (read more) Author: Boris Humphrey

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