Mark Ziese

November 12, 2025

The Ptolemaic Sphinx at NMEC: A Fusion of Egypt and Greece

Mark Ziese

November 12, 2025

Discover the stunning Ptolemaic sphinx at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC). See how traditional Egyptian art met Greek style in Cairo . . .

Mark Ziese

November 11, 2025

Exploring Egypt

Reunion of Seminary Friends

Mark Ziese

November 11, 2025

Exploring Egypt

Catching up with Safaa and Mona Fahmi in Cairo to discuss the inspiring ministry and recent work of Christian Arabic Services (CAS). Learn more here.

Mark Ziese

April 28, 2025

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Video Tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

Mark Ziese

April 28, 2025

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Take a guided tour through Cairo's New Grand Egyptian Museum.

Mark Ziese

October 10, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Cairo Departure: Goodbye Egypt!

Mark Ziese

October 10, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Departing Cairo with a hard drive of photos and a mind full of unfinished stories. Explore the magnetic pull of Egypt’s history and join me in saying 'see you later' to this ancient land.

Mark Ziese

October 6, 2023

Exploring Egypt, Food & Drink

Koshari: The Ultimate Egyptian Comfort Food

Mark Ziese

October 6, 2023

Exploring Egypt, Food & Drink

Looking for the best street food in Cairo? Discover Koshari—Egypt's legendary mix of rice, pasta, and spice—and watch our video for a taste of this local favorite.

Mark Ziese

August 18, 2023

Exploring Egypt, Geography & Geology, History & Archaeology

Driving in the Egyptian Delta

Mark Ziese

August 18, 2023

Exploring Egypt, Geography & Geology, History & Archaeology

Discover the Nile Delta, the agricultural center of Lower Egypt. Learn how this fertile region supported ancient cities like Bubastis and remains Egypt's most vibrant landscape today.

Mark Ziese

May 26, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

The Church of Abu Serga: A Holy Family Hideout?

Mark Ziese

May 26, 2023

Exploring Egypt, History & Archaeology

Step inside the Church of Abu Serga, one of Cairo's oldest Coptic sites. Discover the sacred crypt of the Holy Family and the stunning "Noah's Ark" architecture.

Mark Ziese

May 18, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Ancient Faith in the Heart of Cairo: An Introduction to Coptic Christianity

Mark Ziese

May 18, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Explore the ancient roots of Coptic Christianity and the Church of Abu Serga in Cairo.

Mark Ziese

May 17, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Sights and Sounds from around the Giza Plateau

Mark Ziese

May 17, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Experience the Giza Plateau beyond the photos. From the towering Great Pyramid to the rhythmic sounds of the desert, discover the sensory overload of Egypt’s most iconic landmark.

Mark Ziese

May 15, 2023

Exploring Egypt

22 Million People, One Lane: My Descent into Cairo’s Traffic Chaos

Mark Ziese

May 15, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Discover why Cairo’s population of 22 million creates some of the world’s most legendary traffic. From aging infrastructure to the "perfect storm" of car culture, see the reality of the Cairo commute.

Mark Ziese

May 1, 2023

Exploring Egypt

The Sphinx is a Dangerous Guardian (or, Why that may not Really be a Smile)

Mark Ziese

May 1, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Is the Great Sphinx a peaceful protector or a deadly "strangler"? Discover the hidden meaning behind its smile, its role as a cosmic sentry, and the dark linguistic secrets of its name.

Mark Ziese

April 28, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Cairo Archaeological Museums, Old and New

Mark Ziese

April 28, 2023

Exploring Egypt

Discover the historic move of King Tut’s treasures from the century-old Cairo Museum to the new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Learn why this $1 billion project will be the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization.