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Second Dynasty of Egypt

The Second Dynasty of ancient Egypt (or Dynasty II, c. 2890 – c. 2686 BC[1]) is the latter of the two dynasties of the Egyptian Archaic Period, when the seat of government was centred at Thinis. It is most known for its last ruler, Khasekhemwy, but is otherwise one of the most obscure periods in Egyptian history.

"Second Dynasty" redirects here. For other uses, see Second Dynasty (disambiguation).

Second Dynasty of Egypt

Thinis

Egyptian language

ancient Egyptian religion

Absolute monarchy

Bronze Age

c. 2890 BC

c. 2686 BC

Though archaeological evidence of the time is very scant, contrasting data from the First and Third Dynasties indicates important institutional and economic developments during the Second Dynasty.[2][3]

Dynasties of ancient Egypt

Early Dynastic Period (Egypt)

Predynastic Egypt