Some more facts about Ancient Egypt :
- The deserts of Egypt weren't always deserts. Marine fossils have been found in some areas proving there was once salt water over part of the desert.
- King Tut's tomb contained many ancient artifacts but one in particular stands out: a first aid kit complete with finger slings and bandages.
- In ancient Egypt, slaves are known to have been murdered to accompany their deceased owners to the afterlife.
- Ancient Egyptians used to sleep on pillows made out of stone.
- The ancient Egyptians defined the hour to be one-twelfth of the time between sunrise and sunset. so, as the days grew longer in winter and spring and shorter in summer and autumn.
- It is not known exactly when or by whom the Sphinx was built or whom it represents.
- The deserts of Egypt weren't always deserts. Marine fossils have been found in some areas proving there was once salt water over part of the desert.
- King Tut's tomb contained many ancient artifacts but one in particular stands out: a first aid kit complete with finger slings and bandages.
- In ancient Egypt, slaves are known to have been murdered to accompany their deceased owners to the afterlife.
- Ancient Egyptians used to sleep on pillows made out of stone.
- The ancient Egyptians defined the hour to be one-twelfth of the time between sunrise and sunset. so, as the days grew longer in winter and spring and shorter in summer and autumn.
- It is not known exactly when or by whom the Sphinx was built or whom it represents.
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