Pharaohs of Egypt. Discover the Rulers of a Great Civilization.
They erected towering pyramids and magnificent temples. They conquered vast parts of the Middle East and Nubia, present-day Sudan. Who were the Pharaohs of Egypt — the kings of the land along the Nile?
Ancient Egypt is one of the world’s oldest and most powerful civilizations, existing for over 5,000 years. Its longevity is owed, in part, to the Pharaohs, who were kings that ruled the country situated along the Nile River. In this text, you will learn the essential facts about them.
Who was the first Pharaoh?
The first ruler of Egypt was Narmer. Although we know the names of several important individuals before him, they did not govern the entire Egypt. Narmer was the first Pharaoh to hold power over both Upper and Lower Egypt, including the Nile Delta. He began his reign around 2950 BCE, ruling from the capital in Tinis. Narmer was immortalized on a beautiful votive palette depicting the struggles of a ruler seeking to unify the country.
