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Photo: Saqqara Market
Photo: Saqqara Market
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Photograph by Kenneth Garrett
A plentiful supply of dates arrives at Saqqara's souk, or market. The souk’s unmarried women are distinguished by their brightly colored clothing, while wives wear black.
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In Upper Egypt, many residents can find priceless antiquities right under their own homes! National Geographic's Lisa Ling uncovers the story behind illegal trade in Egypt's ancient artifacts.
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Egypt's fabled pyramids are justifiably famous, but there's much more to experience in this land whose ancient history continues to fascinate people the world over.
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Famed Egyptologist and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Zahi Hawass has brought the world of the pharaohs into the homes and hearts of people around the globe. Get the full story on this real-life Indiana Jones.


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