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Egyptian Museum.

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is a premier cultural institution housing the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities, featuring over 120,000 artifacts, including around 63,000 on display. Established in 1902, this neoclassical architectural marvel has preserved vital aspects of ancient Egyptian history for over a century. Notable exhibits include the dazzling treasures of Tutankhamun, such as his golden mask and coffin, along with the Royal Mummy Room showcasing famous pharaohs like Ramses II. Additional highlights include the Narmer Palette and the Rosetta Stone, essential to understanding ancient hieroglyphics. Visitors can explore the museum's extensive collections, progressing through different historical eras while experiencing the grandeur of one of humanity's greatest civilizations.

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Cairo
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El-Tahrir Square, Ismailia, Qasr El Nil, Cairo Governorate 4272083, Egypt
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02 25796948
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