The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is the world's largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Over 120,000 exhibits, from tiny amulets to giant statues, tell the story of a civilization that lasted three thousand years. Here you'll find Tutankhamun's golden mask, mummies of great pharaohs, and priceless treasures.

Museum History

The museum on Tahrir Square opened in 1902, designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon. Before this, Egyptian antiquities were stored in various locations and actively exported to Europe. Egyptology founder Auguste Mariette pushed for a national museum to stop the p...