Egypt | Save this! Must-sees on the second floor of the Egyptian Museum

The previous post introduced how to explore the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and recommended key artifacts on the first floor. This post will explore the highlights of the second floor. The second floor mainly features thematic exhibitions, the most famous and eye-catching of which is definitely the first one. 1. Tutankhamun Galleries The indoor gallery mainly displays the most important treasure of the museum, the solid gold mask, weighing about 11 kg. There are also three layers of coffins, with the gold coffin weighing 110 kg. The craftsmanship is extremely luxurious and represents the pinnacle of ancient Egyptian artistry. Photography and videography are not allowed in this gallery, so it's worth taking your time to appreciate it. The outdoor gallery mainly displays some of the treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb, such as the lifelike Anubis statue in the shape of a jackal, the magnificent pharaoh's throne, the alabaster canopic jars, the folding throne chair, the exquisite flip-flop sandals, and various pieces of jewelry. All of these showcase the advanced aesthetics and craftsmanship of ancient Egypt. 2. Treasures from the Tomb of Yuya and Thuya This aristocratic couple were the parents-in-law of Amenhotep III and the grandparents of Akhenaten. Their burial in the Valley of the Kings is a testament to their status and influence. Here, you can see their mummies, which have been preserved for over 3,000 years. The mummification techniques are astonishing, preserving the bodies so well that even their hair color is still shiny and lustrous. Of course, there are also their coffins, gold foil masks, gold-covered wooden chariots, beds, chairs, jewelry boxes, and Books of the Dead made of gilded wood, all of which demonstrate their status and the exquisite craftsmanship of ancient Egypt. It's amazing to see that they wore flip-flops, had pillows, and wicker beds thousands of years ago. 3. Funerary Objects from Various Periods Here you can see a variety of mummy coffins from different periods, each featuring unique artistic styles and craftsmanship. Even the masks reflect the artistic styles of different eras. In addition, the funerary figurines and objects also have their own evolutionary history. These artifacts represent the pinnacle of artistic brilliance in ancient Egyptian civilization. Hope you enjoy!