Khufu’s Solar Boat, Giza

National GeographicSep 13

5 Highlights of Egypt's New Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) has been more than two decades in the making, a feat of patience that invites comparison with the nearby Great Pyramid of Giza. Its recent unveiling proves, once again, ...

Cedar wood boat discovered in 1,200 pieces beside the Great Pyramid.

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Grand Egyptian MuseumMuseumHouses the world's largest collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts.
Statue of Ramesses IISightColossal 3,200-year-old statue, the first object brought to GEM.
Tomb of TutankhamunSightDiscovery ignited worldwide interest in ancient Egyptian history.
Mask of TutankhamunSightKohl-eyed funerary mask crafted in solid gold.
Khufu’s Solar BoatSightCedar wood boat discovered in 1,200 pieces beside the Great Pyramid.
Statue of HatshepsutSightGranite statue of a female pharaoh presenting as male.
Ostraca – Records of Daily LifeSightPottery flakes with graffiti-like inscriptions of daily life.

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5 Highlights of Egypt's New Grand Egyptian Museum