The dawn of astronomy

In this thoughtful exploration, the author turns the quiet streets of modern cities into a laboratory for ancient sky‑watching, using a pocket compass and careful observation to trace the alignments of Egyptian temples. By comparing the way sacred structures face sunrise on specific festivals, the work uncovers subtle clues that suggest early builders deliberately oriented their monuments toward celestial events.

Drawing on archaeology, astronomy, and mythology, the study weaves together detailed tables, vivid photographs, and the author’s own field notes to reveal how the ancient Egyptians may have linked their gods with the movements of the sun, stars, and planets. Readers are invited to follow the investigative journey, seeing how a simple question about building directions can open a window onto the worldview of a civilization long before modern science.