After more than 4000 years, Egyptian civilization continues to reveal archaeological and artistic secrets Which arouses global fascination. The golden sands and lack of humidity still preserve 70% of the riches and undiscovered relics of this amazing civilization.
Tomb of the young pharaoh Tutankhamun It was discovered and opened with no signs of violence, burglary or any theft, and was an exceptional case out of a total of 64 found. It is estimated that he died at the age of 19, due to a form of malaria, with assumptions suggesting that his head suffered a severe blow.
After countless frustrating searches, the English archaeologist Howard CarterHe discovered it completely by chance on November 4, 1922. A water supplier, a young boy who was part of his expedition team as they explored the Valley of the Kings, accidentally kicked a stone that was sticking out in that endless sea of sand. With intelligence and genius, Carter understood that it was a move that would be exposed to the sun and desert winds for a long time.
After waiting for his protector and patron to arrive Lord CarnavonAnother Egyptology enthusiast, he began the uncertain task of navigating the various rooms and corridors that preceded the entrance to the large tomb. Nearly two years passed until the royal cemetery surprised them, after the various bureaucratic stages with the Egyptian authorities were closed.
More than 5,300 pieces belonging to the pharaoh were buried with him after funerary rituals. His throne, chariots, weapons, golden chairs, favorite stuffed cats and household items, as well as ceremonial vessels, cutlery and decorative jugs, failed to distract from the even more impressive discovery found inside the coffin. The casket was made of pure gold and was kept in it The famous child pharaoh maskEmbedded in the mummy’s face as protection. Tutankhamun’s golden mask, decorated with precious stones, lapis lazuli, quartz and agate, bears in the center a sphinx of the pharaoh and also covers part of his back.
All these treasures remained preserved in a modest building, the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, along with other mummies and memorabilia from such a dazzling time in human history. More than a decade ago, the government realized that it had to build a new pyramid, the fourth, to store these treasures of importance to Egyptology and humanity. And so the building began Baby Pharaoh’s new homeIt was inaugurated on November 1, in the presence of more than 60 world leaders, after completing the difficult journey to transfer this valuable and sensitive heritage there. More than $1.2 billion was invested, of which $700 million was contributed by the International Monetary Fund Japan International Cooperation Agency– To raise this modern certificate that includes these discoveries.
Located far from CairoIn front of the area where the three great pyramids are located –Khufu, Kivrin and Facilitators– In an area GizaSpeculation about its attractiveness as a tourist center was not wrong. More than one hundred thousand pieces amaze and admire the world, and tickets have been sold to enter the exhibition The Grand Egyptian Museum Until next year.
The deep connection that existed between Egyptian lives and the sun has also been recreated in this new development. It is estimated that the Grand Egyptian Museum will produce 2.24 gigawatts of electricity thanks to the enormous energy Solar garden Which rises above its structure, reducing carbon dioxide emissions that spread in Greater Cairo, at a rate of approximately one hundred thousand tons annually.
This remarkable project has successfully combined history, investments, international cooperation, tourism and science. In the words of Egyptian Prime Minister A “Egypt’s gift to the world”It is the largest museum entirely dedicated to civilization.