Long after the fall of the ancient Egyptian civilization, doctors and alchemists in Europe continued the custom of showing a sign of the gods' help and protection.

VOA: special.2009.03.22

The Centre for Nubian Studies at the Nubia Museum in Aswan and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Cairo were created with UNESCO support.

UNESCO: MEDIA SERVICES

The partnership between UNESCO and the Institute of Egypt was a key element in the preparatory phase of the establishment of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.

UNESCO: OFFICE IN BRASILIA

Put simply, the Egyptian people want a future that befits the heirs to a great and ancient civilization.

WHITEHOUSE: President Obama on the Situation in Egypt