Core Insights - The pyramids, particularly the Great Pyramid of Giza, are celebrated as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, showcasing ancient Egyptian architectural prowess and historical significance [1][2]. Group 1: Architectural Significance - The Great Pyramid of Giza, built for Pharaoh Khufu, consists of approximately 2.3 million stone blocks, each averaging 2.5 tons, demonstrating the advanced engineering techniques of ancient Egyptians [1]. - The alignment of the Great Pyramid's meridian with the North Star indicates a sophisticated understanding of astronomy and its integration into architectural design [1]. Group 2: Construction Techniques - Ancient Egyptians utilized the seasonal flooding of the Nile River to transport massive stones, significantly easing the construction process [1]. - The construction of the pyramids involved a unique ramp system, allowing workers to gradually elevate the stones to their intended positions, showcasing remarkable ingenuity [1]. Group 3: Cultural Legacy - The enduring nature of the pyramids reflects the ancient Egyptians' pursuit of perfection and their desire for immortality, symbolizing a deep respect for time and history [2][3]. - The juxtaposition of the Great Pyramid's rough exterior with the finely crafted Valley Temple of Khafre illustrates the duality of ancient Egyptian architecture, merging strength with precision [3].

Group 1 - The article highlights various ongoing and upcoming art exhibitions in Shanghai and other regions, emphasizing the cultural significance and diversity of the showcased artworks [1][3][4] - The "Ancient Egyptian Civilization Exhibition" at the Shanghai Museum will feature 788 artifacts from different periods, aiming to reveal the essence of ancient Egyptian civilization and present the latest archaeological findings [3][4] - The "Life as Architecture" exhibition dedicated to architect I.M. Pei will present over 400 items, including drawings, models, and photographs, many of which are being displayed for the first time [4][6] Group 2 - The "Deng Sanmu Art Exhibition" will showcase a collection of calligraphy, seal carving, manuscripts, and personal items, reflecting the artist's contributions to Shanghai's cultural heritage [6] - The "Tang Yun Art Exhibition" will feature over 80 works divided into three thematic sections, exploring the evolution of Shanghai's flower-and-bird painting style [9] - The "Mogao Caves Art Exhibition" will present a dialogue between ancient and contemporary art through various artistic forms, including sculptures and contemporary works [11] Group 3 - The "Chinese Contemporary Art Yearbook Exhibition" will document and showcase the current state of Chinese art through a combination of literature and artworks [15] - The "Chinese Lunar Exploration Project 20 Years" exhibition will narrate the journey of China's lunar exploration from the launch of Chang'e 1 to the return of lunar soil by Chang'e 5 [17] - The "Greek Civilization Exhibition" will present 270 artifacts from 14 cultural institutions in Greece, covering a timeline from 5800 BC to the 1st century AD, showcasing the social and cultural aspects of ancient Greece [19]

撰文丨王聪 编辑丨王多鱼 排版丨水成文 古埃及文明 曾繁荣了数千年，在其鼎盛时期，古埃及建造了众多叹为观止的 金字塔 ，此外，他们还曾流行制作 木乃伊 ，其中，许多数千年前的木乃伊保存至 今，科学家们一直希望从中提取古 DNA。然而，木乃伊的制作过程以及炎热的气候条件加速了 DNA 分解，导致其中的 DNA 保存状况不佳。 该研究从一个距今大约 4800 年的生活在最早期金字塔建造时期的木乃伊的牙齿中成功提取了完整 人类基因组，这也是 首个古埃及人类的完整基因组序列 。基 因组分析显示，这一木乃伊遗骸显示出与 北非新石器时代的祖先 以及 美索不达米亚 （现在的中东部分地区） 人群相似的血统。 该研究分析了一个发现于 1902 年的古埃及遗骸， 放射性碳测年显示，其生活在公元前 2855-公元前 2570 年左右， 这一时期与古埃及的早王朝时期末尾以及 古王国时期起始相重叠，此时古埃及尚未开始广泛的木乃伊制作。遗骸被埋葬于一个岩石墓穴的密封的陶罐中，这表明其社会地位较高 （但尚未达到精英统治阶 层） 。 研究团队从遗骸中提取了 7 组 DNA 样本，其中 2 组保存足够完好，可以进行基因组测序，并成功构建了完整 ...

本报香港6月26日电（记者陈然）香港故宫文化博物馆与埃及最高文物委员会26日在港签订合作协议， 双方将于11月推出特别展览"古埃及文明大展：埃及博物馆珍藏"。展览汇集250件来自埃及7家重要博物 馆的珍贵藏品，所有文物均首度在香港亮相，其中不少更是首次在埃及境外巡展。 "古埃及文明大展：埃及博物馆珍藏"特别展览将于2025年11月20日至2026年8月31日举行，是继上海博 物馆"金字塔之巅：古埃及文明大展"之后，埃及最高文物委员会第二次直接与亚洲地区博物馆合办埃及 文物大展，也将成为香港历来规模最大、内容最全面、展期最长的古埃及文物珍宝展。 展览分为"法老的国度""图坦卡门的传奇""萨卡拉的秘密""古埃及与世界"四个单元，250件珍贵文物涵 盖法老与诸神雕像、浮雕、石碑、黄金饰物、大型成套木乃伊棺和动物木乃伊等，展品年代距今约7300 年至2000年不等。 这些展品来自埃及国家博物馆、卢克索博物馆、苏伊士博物馆等，以及萨卡拉考古遗址的最新发现。香 港故宫文化博物馆还将精选一批中国古代文物，并展示中国与埃及近年在考古遗址保护工作中的合作和 交流。 埃及最高文物委员会秘书长穆罕默德·伊斯梅尔·哈立德表示，希望通 ...