Meet the ancient pharaohs, gods, kings, queens, monuments; dive the Virtual Red Sea; or use the hieroglphics converter. Official site of the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism.

Comprehensive guide from the Royal Ontario Museum includes interactive timeline, maps, an introduction to the age of the pharaohs, an overview of culture and beliefs, quizzes, and ideas for period craft projects.

Interactive PBS site portrays Egyptian life at the height of the New Kingdom. Includes a look at the Pharoahs who led the nation to the peak of its glory. Requires Flash plug-in.

Includes information about papyrus, mummies, ancient and modern-day life and links.

A simple introudction to hieroglyphics, mummies, the pyramids, the Nile River, and the archeological challenges posed by the region. Also includes a vocabulary guide, craft project, and crossword puzzle.

Includes instructions for making a timeline, photo galleries and resource links.

Looks at religion, social and cultural life, hieroglyphics, and art.

Provides an introduction to hieroglyphics, religion, the pyramids, and burial practices. Includes pictures.

Drawings by sixth graders provide a glimpse into the ancient Egyptian world.

An in-depth look at the geography, daily life, art and architecture of the ancient Egyptians, from the Saint Petersburg Times.