The Grand Egyptian Museum, a monumental project near the iconic Giza Pyramids, is set to open 12 halls showcasing exhibits about ancient Egypt in its main galleries this week. The museum, which has incurred a cost exceeding $1 billion, will welcome 4,000 visitors per day for a trial run starting Wednesday. The official opening date for the museum, which has been under construction for over a decade, is yet to be announced, with previous delays attributed to various factors, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to the Egyptian state information website, the museum will house over 100,000 artifacts of Egypt's ancient treasures, making it the world's largest archaeological museum. The trial run aims to identify operational issues and potential overcrowding areas in preparation for the full opening.
