Flooded Temple of Isis, Philae, Egypt, ca.1920.

The Flooded Temple of Isis in Philae, Egypt is a stunning reminder of the country’s ancient civilization. Dating back to the 3rd century BCE, this temple was once a major place of worship for the cult of Isis, the goddess of health, marriage, and wisdom. It was a focal point of the city of Philae and a source of pride for its citizens. In the early 20th century, the flooding of the temple threatened its survival. In the 1920s, an ambitious project was launched to save the temple, which involved the relocation of its blocks to a nearby island. The … Flooded Temple of Isis, Philae, Egypt, ca.1920. részletei…

Photo of the Great Sphinx from a hot air balloon. This is before it was excavated and restored, 1890.

Today, we take a look at a photograph taken of the Great Sphinx from a hot air balloon in 1890. This photograph was taken before the Sphinx was excavated and restored, and serves as a reminder of the ancient history of Egypt. The Sphinx is an incredible monument that has withstood the test of time, and this photo captures a moment in history that many of us can only imagine. Photo of the Great Sphinx from a hot air balloon. This is before it was excavated and restored, 1890. részletei…