For more than 3,000 years, many pharaohs ruled over ancient Egypt. If it is impossible to draw up an exact list, it is estimated today that they were between 190 and 260 to succeed one another on the throne. Some have been forgotten; others, men and women, have marked history with their names. Discover the biggest of them.
The two most famous pharaohs of ancient Egypt are without question Khufu and Ramses II.
Khufu and Ramses II, the two largest pharaohs of ancient Egypt
Khufu would have reigned between 2551 and 2526 BC. He distinguished himself above all for the architectural achievements he carried out. We owe him in particular the construction from the great pyramid of Giza, the only wonder of the ancient world that has survived the centuries.
Ramses II ruled Egypt from 1279 to 1213 BC Known for having defeated the Hittites, he is often considered to be the pharaoh opposite to Moses. However, no historical evidence can attest to this!
Cleopatra VII, one of the greatest queens of ancient Egypt
Although she did not bear the title of Pharaoh, Cleopatra VII had all the attributes. Mounted on the throne in 51 BC, she became a legendary queen of ancient Egypt. Renowned for its beauty, it is best known for its relationships with Julius Caesar and then Marc Antoine. By committing suicide in 30 BCE, she only reinforced her legend.
The treasure of Tutankhamun
Tutankhamun is one of the most famous pharaohs of theAncient Egypt. However, his fame is mainly due to the treasure that his burial. Arrived on the throne at the age of nine, he would have reigned only ten years.
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