Ancient Egypt: The Land of the Gods of Balance and Harmony (opens in new tab)

Egypt thrived for thousands of years (from before circa 6000 BCE to 30 BCE) as an independent nation whose culture was famous for great cultural advances in every area of human knowledge, from the arts to science to technology and religion. The great monuments of ancient Egypt reflect the depth and grandeur of Egyptian culture, which influenced many ancient civilizations, among them Greece and Rome. One of the reasons for the enduring popularity of Egyptian culture is its emphasis on the gran...