Cairo calling

Over the years, my best friend, who lives in Egypt, had invited me to stay with him more than once, always with the promise of extraordinary hospitality, but I always found reasons to decline. Sometim

A new exhibition explores the enduring artistry of ancient Egypt

PYRAMIDS, obelisks, coffins and sphinxes are embedded in ...

Obelisks, pyramids and motifs from ancient Egypt didn’t only influence grand country houses or powerful Biblical paintings, but also shaped tea-ware, cinemas and even factory floors, as Michael Hall reveals

Discover the sites that have stood the test of time during the ancient city’s long, turbulent history

Istanbul, Turkey 1616 – Present