Encountering the Sun God in Egypt

Author: Zhou Bei
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Publish Date: 2003-09-01
Features: "Meeting the Sun God in Egypt" combines elements of coffee, leisure, travel, film, design, and more, making it more like a magazine and suitable for quick reading. Time holds no meaning here; every day is an endless sunshine. Exploring an ancient civilization remembered for its remoteness, a solitary journey along the Nile where one's heart resonates with the Sun God Amun. The pyramids of Giza, the Karnak Temple of Thebes, the Sphinx, the masks of ancient Egyptian pharaohs, and the enigmatic mysteries hidden in the desert. In the afternoon, sitting under the carved windows of a Cairo bar, sipping a very hot mint tea, the wind of the corridor carries a dizzying scent of Arabic spices. Only light can travel through the time tunnel, blurring the traces of past and present. Seeing the table was full, the owner fumbled on the wall and found a door. Inside, it was dimly lit but exquisitely decorated—carved wooden walls extending to the ceiling. There were only a few chairs, and the railings around the lights were beautifully crafted, slightly dusty, as if unused for a long time. Once the door was closed, it was like a sealed time box, with walls seeping a faded purple-red glow.
"Meeting the Sun God in Egypt" is the author's travel journal to Egypt, introducing not only the civilization of ancient Egypt but also the culture of the Arab world. It records personal feelings and spiritual shocks, with beautiful and evocative writing. It stands out among the many books introducing Egyptian culture as one that truly touches the heart.