🌍 A New Wonder Near the Great Pyramid
Beside the legendary Great Pyramid of Giza, Egypt has officially opened the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) — hailed as the world’s largest archaeological museum. Housing over 100,000 artifacts, the GEM brings together 7,000 years of Egyptian history, from pre-dynastic times through the Roman era, under one monumental roof.
Egyptologists believe the museum strengthens Egypt’s demand for the return of key antiquities, including the Rosetta Stone from the British Museum.
👑 The Complete Tutankhamun Experience
For the first time ever, visitors can see all 5,500 artifacts from King Tutankhamun’s tomb displayed together — including his golden mask, chariots, and royal throne.
Dr. Tarek Tawfik, former GEM director, said:
“We wanted visitors to experience Tutankhamun’s tomb exactly as Howard Carter did in 1922 — nothing left in storage, nothing elsewhere.”
💎 A $1.2 Billion Cultural Masterpiece
The $1.2 billion complex, spanning 500,000 square meters, is expected to attract up to 8 million visitors yearly. The site features:
- The 16-meter suspended obelisk of Ramses II
- The Grand Staircase lined with statues of ancient kings and queens
- A panoramic view of the Giza pyramids from its upper halls
Tour guides describe the museum as “the pinnacle of Egypt’s glory,” predicting a revival of Egypt’s tourism industry.
🏛️ Built Through Decades of Challenges
The museum was first proposed in 1992 and took over three decades to complete, enduring political upheavals, the Arab Spring, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
“It was my dream come true,” said veteran archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass, who now urges museums abroad to return Egypt’s historic treasures like Nefertiti’s Bust, the Rosetta Stone, and the Dendera Zodiac.
🔬 A Beacon of Modern Egyptology
Beyond its exhibitions, the GEM serves as a global research and conservation hub. Egyptian experts have restored Tutankhamun’s armor and artifacts, showcasing the country’s growing archaeological expertise.
“This museum represents not just ancient Egypt, but modern Egypt’s pride and capability,” said Dr. Tawfik.