Egypt, one of the most fascinating destinations on the planet, has captivated the imagination of a world audience for centuries. His intoxicator mixture of legends, myths and treasures of fable only has rival in his monumental architecture: an amazing mixture of ancient rituals, art and scientific feats that continue to excite even the most expert historians. And now, a modern wonder, the great Egyptian museum, prepares to illuminate this land of pharaohs. Far from being just a place where antiques are stored, it is called to be a mirror of some of the greatest achievements of humanity – from the role to the 365 -day calendar – and mysteries (such as the golden mortuary mask of Tutankhamun). While the great Egyptian museum prepares for its great revelation, discovers what makes this huge complex, which is already told among the best museums in the Middle East.
Twenty years of history
The complex was conceived by the Irish study Heneghan Peng Architects following a contest called in 2003 in which some of the most important design companies participated. The construction began in 2005, but unprecedented setbacks – like the financial crisis of 2008, the 2011 Arab spring and the pandemic of the pandemic Covid-19— They delayed the great Egyptian museum for many years. In April 2021, the Gold Parade of the Pharaohs – a televised procession of 22 real mummies – revived the world interest in the museum and pointed out its imminent opening. The Egyptian government and the museum itself have kept the exact opening date, but events such as Dior Men's parade of 2022 have kept it in the candlestick. There is talk of an inauguration at the end of 2023.
A great site
Located on the edge of the first desert plateau between the Great Pyramid of Guiza – the only wonder of the ancient world that is preserved – and Cairo, the great Egyptian museum establishes a visual connection between the past and the present of Egypt. The 120 acres terrain is defined by a 50 -meter slope created by the Nile by winding by the desert, creating a new «edge», which is celebrated with the huge stone facade of the museum.