Egypt’s kings have one of the longest histories of any country, tracing its history back to the 6th-4th millennium BCE. Considered a cradle of civilization, some of the earliest innovations in literature, agriculture, urbanisation, organised religion, and central government were seen in Ancient Egypt.

When we publicly speak about the rulers of Egypt, we have to find out that there are a lot of rulers who are not Egyptians, even though they have done wonderful things in Egypt and made it more beautiful. For example, one of the most famous rulers in the ancient history of the world, Alexander the Great, and Mohmed Ali in modern history, we also have a lot of women who ruled Egypt and this part is the most highlight in our history.

Most Famous Rulers Of Ancient Egypt:

Highly respected in the ancient world as holy deities, the Kings of Egypt enjoyed total control and dominance over their universe.

Amenhotep III

During the New Kingdom’s 18th Dynasty, Amenhotep III or Amenophis ||| ruled for 38 years. For the abundant crops that were produced during his rule, he is remembered most. That’s why he was adored as a god of fertility. Amenhotep III based his administration, rather than seeking military conquests, on pursuing diplomatic ties, building monuments, and promoting the arts. His son Akhenaten (discussed below) went on to become king.

Hatshepsut

Hatshepsut, the great female Pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty, took power after the death of her husband and half-brother, Thutmose II. His son was too young for a different wife to rule the country, and Hatshepsut was appointed co-regent. She insisted it was her right to rule on the basis of her lineage and to wear the pharaoh’s symbols. Her reign continued for almost 20 years, BC, from 1473 to 1458. She completed numerous architectural projects during this period and sent trade expeditions to Punt to bring back exotic products. It was almost impossible for a woman to rule Egypt during her day, and it was even more unusual to become a Pharaoh. Nevertheless, overcoming all the difficulties, she somehow became one of the kind leaders.

 Akhenaten

Akhenaten was the son of Amenhotep III, one of the famous kings of Egypt, named Amenhotep IV at birth. He commissioned a temple for the god Aten at the beginning of his reign. He established a new capital in Amarna in his fifth year and named it Akhetaten. He also changed his name to Akhenaten at this point in time. He then went on to alter the religion of the state, stating that the only Egyptian god was Aten, the god of the solar disc. It is the region’s first monotheistic religion. In several artworks of the period, one of his wives, Nefertiti, is portrayed making sacrifices. By promoting and encouraging realistic artwork, Akhenaten also contributed to the arts. To insist that artists, through their true features, represent the royal family. Elongated necks and arms, bloated stomachs, and poor muscle definition were included in these features. It is suspected that these physical characteristics are signs of Marfan syndrome.

Khufu

To demand that artists reflect the royal family, through their true features. In these characteristics, elongated necks and limbs, bloated stomachs, and poor muscle definition were included. It is suspected that these physical features are symptoms of Marfan syndrome. Researchers continue to speculate about how during that period such a large structure could have been constructed. 2.3 million stones, each weighing between 2 and 15 tonnes, are included. He had such an influence on culture that some Egyptians formed a cult to worship him as a god approximately 2,000 years after his death.

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Thutmose III

Thutmose III was the son of Hatshepsut’s husband, Thutmose II. When his father died, he was too young to rule Egypt, leaving Hatshepsut as his regent and later as the country’s pharaoh. Thutmose III ruled from 1479 until 1425 BC and, because of his military intelligence, is often referred to as the Napoleon of Ancient Egypt. During the war effort against the Kingdoms of Phoenicia, he was the first person in history to use the sea. Egypt waged 16 military campaigns during his rule, capturing about 350 cities. He is known for growing Egypt’s riches and for equally handling his captures.

 Ramses III

Another of Egypt’s prominent kings is Ramses III. He was the 20th Dynasty’s second Pharaoh and is known to be the last monarch with considerable power. He ruled from 1187 until 1151 BC, and Egypt started to lose its important position in the world during this period. Ramses III reorganised existing temples rather than concentrating on construction projects and allocated arable land to them. Approximately 33 percent of the agricultural land belonged to the temples at the time of his death, contributing to food shortages in the kingdom. They organised a strike when their employees were not paid, which was the first in recorded history. An unsuccessful assassination attempt against Ramses III was orchestrated by one of his wives and a number of his officials, hoping that the son of the Queen, Pentewere, They have been found guilty and they have been forced to commit suicide. The next 3 kings of Egypt went on to be Ramses IV, Ramses V, and Ramses VI, all his sons. Overall, problems and economic downturn marked the reign of Ramses III.

Djoser

Djoser, the famous king of Egypt, was the pharaoh of the Old Kingdom during the 3rd Dynasty. Via great architectural and agricultural advancements as well as strengthening trade links, he led the kingdom. His reign is, however, surrounded by legend. Stories say that Egypt endured a 7-year famine, and to honour Khnum, the god who controlled the Nile River flow, Djoser constructed a temple and the famine ended.

Ramses II

Ramses II is considered one of the New Kingdom’s most powerful Egyptian kings. From 1279 until 1213 BC, during the 19th Dynasty, he ruled. The great monuments he created were some of his greatest achievements while in office. Probably, more buildings were constructed during his reign than during the time of any other pharaoh.Ramses II is also known for his military victories that helped him to reclaim Egyptian territories that had previously been lost under Akhenaten. He was celebrated and transformed into a deity by the public. Prior to being monotheistic, he made it his mission to restore Egypt to the faith it had practised.

Cleopatra VII

One of the most well-known ancient Egyptian rulers is Cleopatra VII. In films, plays, and books, she has been portrayed. After the death of her father, King Ptolemy XII, she inherited her place. She did not, however, rule alone. She was obligated to share her place first with her younger brother and later with her son due to the laws banning women from governing the kingdom. She claimed to be Isis, the Egyptian goddess, and later Aphrodite, the Greek goddess, thus paying tribute to her Greek heritage. During a time when the Roman Empire had power over the Egyptian Kingdom, she came to rule and requested payment. Cleopatra VII forged alliances with Caesar and Mark Antony in order to secure an alliance with the Roman Empire. She ruled until her death on August 12, 30BC

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