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Ancient Egypt was one of the most advanced civilizations for almost 3,000 years.

It started out as small


settlements on the banks of the Nile and grew into larger kingdoms. These kingdoms were then united
into the kingdom of ancient Egypt around 3100 BC. From then on began the tale of a civilization whose
architecture and artifacts remain remarkably well preserved to this day, providing evidence of a once
thriving kingdom and its culture. The ancient Egyptians made significant advances in art, architecture
and lifestyle that kept them progressive and prosperous for a long time. And without a doubt, the
ancient Egyptians were the best builders. They built the majestic pyramids that still stand as remarkable
landmarks to this day. But ancient Egypt is not only known for its pyramids; there are many other
contemporary facets that make it stand out. Here is a list of the top 10 facts about ancient Egypt:

10. Egyptian Makeup

Ancient Egyptian makeup

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These days, in most cultures, makeup is more commonly used by women than men. But in ancient
Egypt, both men and women used to apply full-on cosmetic makeup in their daily lives. In those times,
the concept of beauty was not limited to one’s appearance; it was also a sign of holiness.

The ancient Egyptians assigned spiritual meaning to even the simplest aspects of life and the use of
cosmetics, being a popular routine practice, was no different. They rubbed oil and unguents on their skin
for protection from the heat. A red ochre paste mixed with water was applied to the lips and cheeks
using a brush, and they used to paint their fingernails yellow and orange. They paid special attention and
detail to the makeup for their eyes. They would apply dye over both upper and lower eyelids and would
also add a line that extended from the corner of both eyes to the sides of the face. It was their belief
that wearing elaborate makeup would give them the protection of the Egyptian gods Horus and Ra.

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9. The Great Sphinx


The Great Sphinx

The Great Sphinx is one of the grandest monumental sculptures in the ancient world and it bears the
head of a human and the body of a lion. It is said to have been carved out of a large slab of limestone
from the bedrock of the Giza plateau. Ironically, being one of the largest single-stone statues in the
world, the Sphinx’s full body was only made visible in 1905, when an excess of sand that covered it was
cleared away.

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It has a rich history and resonates with a once blooming civilization. Even more fascinating is the
mystery behind the ghastly corrosion on the Sphinx’s face which has taken place despite the superior
quality of stone used for the head. The nose is entirely missing and legend says that Napoleon’s soldiers
hit the Sphinx with a cannon and blew off the nose (though early sketches of the Sphinx show it without
the nose well before the Napoleonic era).

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