FACTS: 42 Facts About CLEOPATRA

Amazing mysteries surround the timeline of Cleopatra's life and death, and some massive scandals, too. Read on to learn more!

Cleopatra by John William Waterhouse

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Egyptian Animals | Fun HIPPO Facts (Includes Free Coloring Page)

Tawaret: The Amazing Egyptian Hippopotamus 

Today's post is all about the most powerful animal in ancient Egypt: the hippo. Also known as the ancient Egyptian goddess, Tawaret!

Ancient Egyptians were deeply attached to the animals that existed all around them. Their gods and goddesses reflect this in the fascinating way their religion blended animals and humans together. Many animals were feared and yet also worshiped. Some animals, like dogs and cats, were pets. Some animals were so cared for that they were even mummified.

Don't be fooled by my cute ears . . .

One cannot but help but be impressed and awed by the hippo's unique form. They may not be classically beautiful, but they have a power and strength that is impressive to behold. It is no wonder they hold such a high place in Egypt's history.

The hippo was one animal that Egyptians worshiped as a goddess, but it was also the most feared animal in ancient Egypt--and with good reason! Hippos are enormous, and their jaws and teeth are powerful crushing tools that can break a person's bones with ease.

10 Fun Facts About Ancient Egyptian Wigs

Ancient Egyptian Wigs

We put together this list of 10 facts to answer your most pressing questions about these amazing historical artifacts.

Whether you're a kid, teacher, homeschooler, a student looking for homework help, a hairdresser, or just a curious fact-lover, we think you'll find this information fascinating!

Let's start off with the basics.

1. What were Egyptian wigs made of?

The nicest wigs were made from human hair. These were also the most expensive. An accounts list from the town of Kahun put hair’s value in the same category as gold.

Ancient Egyptian Cosmetics

Beauty and Cosmetics in ancient Egypt

Cosmetics have been around for millennia. Ancient Egypt had impressive makeup materials, tools for application, and various jars for storing it.

FACTS: 5 Facts About Ancient Egyptian Eyeliner

In ancient Egypt, black eyeliner was called KOHL. (pronounced "cole")

Ancient Egyptian cosmetics jars and tools.
by Jean-Pierre Dalbera

Read on for 5 Fascinating Facts about Khol

1. How it was made: Ancient Egyptians made their traditional eyeliner cosmetic by grinding together a combination of malachite (a bright green mineral), lead, and oil or fat with a mortar and pestle. The liner was then stored in a pretty container.
2. To apply khol eyeliner, the wearer used a small stick. A line was traced around the upper and lower lids, and extended toward the ear. The cat-eye, taken to the extreme.
3. Unisex: Both men and women wore kohl.
4. Special properties: Ancient Egyptians believed khol liner had magical and healing powers.
5. Ancient sun protection: Khol probably helped reduce the sun's glare, the way a football player uses black cheek stripes beneath their eyes. This would've been pretty useful, since sunglasses hadn't been invented yet!