Material achievements in historic Cairo
Two momentous goals were achieved in Cairo's mediaeval city this year, notes Jill Kamil. One was the completion of two phases of a sustainable development project in Gammaliya, the other the restoration of a masterpiece of Islamic art and architecture

Mummy in a sealed coffin
I arrived at the West Bank of Luxor after a long trip from Kharga Oasis...
By Zahi Hawass