The Grand Egyptian Museum, located near the pyramids of Giza, has opened some galleries to the public, offering a sneak peek of its extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts. The museum, in development for over 20 years, spans 120 acres and will ultimately house over 100,000 items. Though treasures from King Tutankhamun's tomb are not yet on display, visitors can explore a variety of artefacts, including statues, sarcophagi, and mummies. Originally slated for a 2012 opening, the museum's debut faced delays due to financial challenges, political upheavals, and the Covid-19 pandemic, culminating in a total investment exceeding $1 billion. This partial opening serves as a trial run ahead of the main attraction's official unveiling, for which a date is yet to be announced. The museum's corridors present a compelling narrative of ancient Egypt's architecture, art, and beliefs, highlighting the afterlife customs and elaborate burial practices of the pharaohs and elite. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the remnants of a civilization known for its profound legacy and grandeur.
Grand Egyptian Museum Partially Opens with Ancient Wonders
Grand Egyptian Museum Partially Opens with Ancient Wonders
A glimpse into Egypt's ancient history as Grand Egyptian Museum partially opens its galleries.
Grand Egyptian Museum Partially Opens with Ancient Wonders
A glimpse into Egypt's ancient history as Grand Egyptian Museum partially opens its galleries.
The Grand Egyptian Museum, located near the pyramids of Giza, has opened some galleries to the public, offering a sneak peek of its extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts. The museum, in development for over 20 years, spans 120 acres and will ultimately house over 100,000 items. Though treasures from King Tutankhamun's tomb are not yet on display, visitors can explore a variety of artefacts, including statues, sarcophagi, and mummies. Originally slated for a 2012 opening, the museum's debut faced delays due to financial challenges, political upheavals, and the Covid-19 pandemic, culminating in a total investment exceeding $1 billion. This partial opening serves as a trial run ahead of the main attraction's official unveiling, for which a date is yet to be announced. The museum's corridors present a compelling narrative of ancient Egypt's architecture, art, and beliefs, highlighting the afterlife customs and elaborate burial practices of the pharaohs and elite. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the remnants of a civilization known for its profound legacy and grandeur.
A glimpse into Egypt's ancient history as Grand Egyptian Museum partially opens its galleries.
The Grand Egyptian Museum, located near the pyramids of Giza, has opened some galleries to the public, offering a sneak peek of its extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts. The museum, in development for over 20 years, spans 120 acres and will ultimately house over 100,000 items. Though treasures from King Tutankhamun's tomb are not yet on display, visitors can explore a variety of artefacts, including statues, sarcophagi, and mummies. Originally slated for a 2012 opening, the museum's debut faced delays due to financial challenges, political upheavals, and the Covid-19 pandemic, culminating in a total investment exceeding $1 billion. This partial opening serves as a trial run ahead of the main attraction's official unveiling, for which a date is yet to be announced. The museum's corridors present a compelling narrative of ancient Egypt's architecture, art, and beliefs, highlighting the afterlife customs and elaborate burial practices of the pharaohs and elite. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the remnants of a civilization known for its profound legacy and grandeur.
