The Grand Egyptian Museum saw a strong turnout and a large flow of visitors today on its first day open to the public, as people were keen to be among the first to explore this unique cultural landmark. The number of visitors today reached about 18,000 Egyptians and foreigners, according to booking and ticket records, alongside a heavy presence of local and international media that came specifically to cover this global event.
Visitors expressed their amazement at the museum's distinctive architectural design, its vast spaces and its unique halls, particularly those dedicated to the golden king and their distinctive display scenario, as well as the integrated visitor experience, which includes the museum halls and the accompanying cultural and entertainment facilities and services. They affirmed that the museum represents an unprecedented cultural addition to Egypt's tourism and cultural standing worldwide.
For his part, Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, described today as a historic moment for Egypt and the world, saying that the Grand Egyptian Museum is not only a museum displaying great antiquities and the ancient Egyptian civilization, but an integrated cultural and civilizational experience that embodies the genius of the Egyptian people. He added that the huge turnout the museum is seeing today reflects the passion of Egyptian and international audiences to discover this unique landmark, and is proof of Egypt's leading position on the global tourism map.
In a related context, Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim, CEO of the Grand Egyptian Museum, expressed his delight at the great success of the first day of welcoming the public, saying this turnout reinforces the museum's mission of offering an exceptional museum experience in which modern technology is integrated with the greatest treasures of Egyptian civilization. He stressed that work is continuing to provide outstanding services and organize cultural and educational programs to ensure that the Grand Egyptian Museum becomes a key destination for visitors from all over the world.
