The New Kingdom is considered the peak of the ancient Egyptian history. During this period, Egypt became a great Empire that ruled the ancient Near East. The limits of this Egyptian Empire were expanded south into Nubia until the fourth cataract, and to Carchemish in the north of Asia Minor, while its eastern boundary was created by Euphrates River and its western one was bounded by the Libyan Desert. Of note, the Egyptian influence was highly apparent in the social customs, traditions, arts, and literatures of many of these nations. Also, the economy witnessed a great flourishing. At the same time, imports were increased as a result of trade relations with these cities, some of which were controlled by Egypt. Furthermore, the New Kingdom period witnessed construction of large-scale buildings that indicated the wealth and power of the state.
