What is the new museum in Egypt?
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The Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo is Egypt's new museum, officially opened after 20 years of construction. It is the world's largest museum dedicated to an ancient civilization, housing over 100,000 artifacts, including the complete collection from King Tutankhamen's tomb. Located near the Pyramids of Giza, it serves as both a museum and a research center, aiming to boost tourism and national identity.
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20 years in the making: Grand Egyptian Museum officially opens
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- The Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo was officially unveiled after 20 years of development.
- It is the world's largest museum dedicated to an ancient civilization, displaying tens of thousands of artifacts, including the full collection from King Tutankhamen's tomb. 8s
- World leaders attended the grand opening ceremony in the Egyptian capital. 21s
- Construction began in 2005 but was delayed by complex design, political unrest, and conflicts. 29s
- The museum aims to replace the older Egyptian Museum, boost tourism, and is expected to attract 5 million visitors annually. 51s
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9 hours ago20 years in the making: Grand Egyptian Museum officially opens
Egypt officially unveiled the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo, the world's largest museum dedicated to an ancient civilization, showcasing tens of thousands of artifacts including the entire collection from the tomb of King Tutankhamen.
