Museum In Ain El Sira
National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
On the lake at Fustat, and the only place to see the royal mummies: twenty-two kings and queens moved here in 2021 and displayed in a hall built underground like a tomb.
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization is one of Cairo’s leading museums, located in Fustat near Ain El-Sira Lake. Its wide-ranging collection traces the development of Egyptian civilisation through the ages, from prehistory to the modern era.
The museum’s collection spans Pharaonic, Greek, Roman, Coptic and Islamic antiquities, as well as pieces from the modern era. Its highlight is the Royal Mummies Hall, home to a group of Egyptian royal mummies displayed in a setting designed to offer a memorable journey into the past.
The museum is a key destination for getting a complete picture of Egypt’s history and civilisation, letting visitors explore how Egyptian life, culture and art evolved over thousands of years. Several important historic Cairo landmarks are nearby, making it an essential stop on any tour of Old Cairo.
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