Grand Egyptian Museum Set to Open July 3

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located near the Giza pyramids, is set to officially open on July 3 after two decades of planning and delays. This monumental museum, designed by Heneghan Peng Architects, will showcase over 100,000 artifacts, including the complete collection of Tutankhamun's treasures, and features a grand entrance highlighted by an 11-meter statue of Ramses II. The inauguration is expected to draw significant attention, with invitations extended to notable figures such as US President Donald Trump and Spain’s King Felipe VI. With its anticipated annual visitor count of five million, GEM aims to revitalize Egypt's tourism sector, which is recovering from pandemic effects. The museum's extensive design and display promise to immerse visitors in the rich history of ancient Egypt, further enhancing Egypt's status as a global tourism destination. The GEM is also celebrated for its architectural beauty, having received accolades such as the UNESCO Prix Versailles.