Inside Egypt's Grand Egyptian Museum: The Spectacular 'Fourth Pyramid' Showcasing 5,000 Years of Ancient Treasures

Oct 31, 2025 03:07 pm CST

After two decades of anticipation, Egypt's $1 billion Grand Egyptian Museum near the Pyramids of Giza is set to open its doors, showcasing 100,000 artifacts from ancient Egypt including Tutankhamun's complete collection, Ramses II's colossal statue, and Khufu's solar boat. This architectural marvel, dubbed the "fourth pyramid," features 24,000 square meters of exhibition space and is expected to attract 5 million visitors annually while revitalizing Egypt's economy.