Word Search: Visit bustling capitals of the ancient world

Word Search: Visit bustling capitals of the ancient world

Abu Dhabi. London. New Delhi. Modern-day capital cities are united by the fact that they’re bustling metropolises, and the centre of economy and society. But have you ever wondered what ancient capitals were like? Click to play today’s Word Search, and spot capital cities like ‘Muscat’ and ‘Rome’. Here are three ancient capital cities that were centres of grandeur and hives of activity during their time: When you think of ancient Egypt, you likely think of the Great Pyramids of Giza near Cairo. But the pharaonic dynasties actually held court further up the Nile at Thebes, which was known to ancient Egyptians as ‘Waset’. As the ruling capital of Egypt from as early as 4,500 years ago, it is home to two of its most revered temples, at Karnak and Luxor. Most of Egypt’s ancient rulers are also buried nearby, in the Valley of the Kings, a World Heritage Site designated by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) for its beautifully painted tombs. It’s considered to be the world’s most magnificent burial ground. More than 3,000 years old, and known as Chang’an in years past, Xi’an served as the capital city for 13 dynasties and 73 emperors in