For centuries, Ancient Egypt has exerted a powerful fascination upon people worldwide, and it seems we can never know enough about it. Lavishly illustrated with photographs and detailed plans of the major sites, this guide reveals the burial sites at Giza, Saqqara, and the Valley of the Kings, where the tomb of the boy-king Tutankhamun was discovered. Investigating the numerous temples of Philae, Karnak and Abydos, the text provides compelling insights into the daily lives and religious practices of the ancient Egyptians.