This vase, painted with Egyptian blue, dates back to King Pepi II. But the real surprise is the strange, termite-eaten wooden piece found with it. It used to be a massive falcon covered in beautiful blue tiles. Imagine seeing that! #EgyptianHistory #AncientArtifacts #Archaeology #KingPepiII #FaienceTiles | Odyssey - Ancient History

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In ancient Egypt, the blue lotus wasn’t just a flower - it was a portal. Hieroglyphs and temple art show its presence in rituals of awakening and rebirth, often linked to altered states of consciousness. Some researchers have also identified mushroom-like symbols in Egyptian carvings, suggesting that these sacred plants may have been part of mystery rites, what many later traditions would call “the food of the gods.” 🍄 Whether through lotus or fungi, the ancients clearly understood that nature

24K views · 14K reactions | Art sometimes flourishes in places you would least expect. In Banha, on the outskirts of Egypt's bustling capital, we visit the incredibly talented artist, Abdo Ramzy, who makes breathtaking metal sculptures. | Egyptian Streets | Facebook