Yesterday, Nov. 4, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) opened its doors to the public, recording an unprecedented turnout that saw some 18,000 visitors, including Egyptian citizens and foreigners, flock to the exhibition spaces. The event, which has been awaited for years and is considered a milestone for the country’s cultural heritage, was watched by a massive number of spectators around the world: according to reports from the Board of Inquiry, hundreds of millions of people watched the ceremonyon Nov. 2 through television and digital coverage, the largest ever recorded for a cultural opening in Egypt.
The GEM’s facility, featuring impressive architecture and spacious, light-filled interior spaces, offered visitors a comprehensive experience combining enjoyment of the collections with cultural and recreational services. Particular attention was paid to the Golden King rooms, where the scenic layout and technologies employed allowed for an immersive enjoyment of the exhibits, confirming the museum’s goal of integrating innovation and historical heritage. The experience offered by the museum includes educational paths and additional services designed to facilitate the enjoyment of the collections and enrich the visit with cultural content accessible to a diverse audience.
At the opening, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities SherifFathy called the day a historic moment for Egypt and the world, stressing that the museum represents a comprehensive cultural experience that reflects the design and creative capacity of Egyptian civilization. Ahmed Ghoneim, CEO of the museum, on the other hand, highlighted how the record turnout confirms the institution’s mission to offer advanced museum enjoyment in which modern technologies dialogue with historical collections. Ghoneim also announced the continuation of activities aimed at improving services, organizing cultural programs, and educational initiatives, with the goal of making the Grand Egyptian Museum a top destination for visitors from all over the world.
Thus, the GEM, with its ability to combine technological innovation, educational value and heritage protection, presents itself as one of the most ambitious museum institutions on the international scene. Record attendance and global media coverage make it a symbol of Egypt’s new cultural course, projected toward an international dimension that places historical memory at the center as the shared heritage of humanity.
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