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The Iron Serpent - Cairo, Egypt

Cairo is Egypt’s city of wonder, filled with charm and chaos. Cairo attracts tourists and locals alike who want to explore all the wonderment this city has to offer. Cairo has been described as noisy, confusing, hectic, and sometimes assaulting if you don’t know what you’re looking for. Knowing where you’re going and where you’re staying is essential for any traveller to Cairo. And there’s no easier way of finding this out than with SeeYourHotel, which lets you explore your hotel destination in relation to the attractions you want to see.

When it comes to Cairo, you don’t want to miss the Egyptian Museum. Located on Midan Tahrir in Central Cairo near the Sadat Station, the Egyptian Museum delves deeply into Egypt’s 7000-year-old history displaying more than 136,000 artefacts.

This extensive collection traces the rich history and culture of Egypt. Opened in 1902 under the leadership of Khedive Abbas II Helmi, the Egyptian Museum requires several visits to see all the wonderment it has to offer.

The most exciting exhibitions include the Mummy Room on the top floor, which contains mummies of Egypt’s mightiest Pharaohs. Don’t miss the extensive Armana collection or the tomb of Tukankhamun. Also check out the fascinating section of Old Kingdom monuments, the Middle Kingdom monuments, the house of scrabs and the house of coins and papyrus.

In order to make the most of your visit to the Egyptian Museum, it might be a good idea to book into a hotel nearby. The Conrad International, The Semiramis and the El-Gezirah Sheraton are all located in the centre of town close to the Museum. Another good option is the Hilton, either the Ramses or the Nile branch. However, don’t just take our word for it; make sure your hotel is up to your standards with SeeYourHotel.