On this day in 1953, Egypt was declared a republic. However, modern Egypt and ancient Egypt differed not only in terms of culture, but also in terms of civilization. Some interesting facts about Ancient Egypt.

1. The pyramids were not built by slaves, but by workers who were paid for it. This misconception was spread by the Greek historian Herodotus.

2. For their work, workers did not receive money, but beer, 3.8 liters per day.

3. The headdress of the pharaohs is called nemesh. It covered the ruler's hair, because no one had the right to see it.

4. The brain was removed from embalmed bodies through the nostril. The internal organs were removed and stored in special containers. Only the heart remained in the body, since the Egyptians believed that the human soul was in the heart.

5. Tutankhamun was buried with a gold mask. This fact is already known to almost everyone who is even slightly interested in Ancient Egypt.

6. In Ancient Egypt, the poor had long hair, which they always tied up. Little boys and teenagers shaved their heads to avoid lice.

7. To keep flies from bothering the pharaoh, slaves covered in honey stood next to him.

8. During this period, it was widely believed that the Earth was round and flat, and that the Nile flowed through its center.

9. Makeup was done not only for a beautiful appearance, but also for medicinal purposes. Green makeup was done with honey, and black - with lead.

10. The oldest dress was found in Egypt. It is 5,000 years old.

11. Ancient Egyptians slept on pillows stuffed with stones.

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