UN Secretary-General Visits the Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) welcomed UN Secretary-General António Guterres and his accompanying delegation during his official visit to Egypt. The reception was attended by Ambassador Mohamed Abu Bakr, Deputy Foreign Minister for African Affairs; Jan Luca, UN Resident Coordinator in Egypt; and Ghada Waly, former Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations.

The Secretary-General and his delegation were received by Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim, CEO of the Grand Egyptian Museum Authority, who welcomed them and highlighted the museum’s key features, its unique collection of artifacts, and the exceptional museum and tourism experience it offers. You, too, can explore the museum and view its artifacts through *Egypt Day Tours*, which provides modern transportation and top-tier tour guides. We specifically offer *Cairo Day Tours* to help you enjoy the sites of Cairo and Giza, as well as a *VIP Private Tour to the Giza Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum* to experience these iconic landmarks.

The UN Secretary-General toured the museum, visiting the outdoor plaza, the grand atrium, the Grand Staircase, and the main galleries—culminating in the halls dedicated to King Tutankhamun. The tour concluded with a visit to the Khufu Boat Museum.

The Secretary-General expressed particular admiration for King Tutankhamun’s golden mask and throne, as well as the statue of Queen Hatshepsut. He paused for an extended period before these pieces to examine their details, inquiring about the precision of their craftsmanship and the artistic mastery involved—reflecting the richness and diversity of ancient Egyptian civilization. If you would also like to visit the ancient tombs, we offer our "Cairo & Nile Tour" (8 days/7 nights), which includes visits to the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, the Valley of the Kings, and other significant sites. For a wider range of options, our "Egypt Classic Tours" collection features hundreds of itineraries, ensuring you find exactly what suits your preferences. We also provide a variety of exclusive "Egypt Travel Packages," complete with endless special offers. If you are planning to celebrate during the holidays, enjoy our "Egypt Easter Tours," where you can discover unique Egyptian customs and traditional cuisine; we particularly recommend our "Cairo and Alexandria Tour During Easter" for a perfect blend of exploring the capital and enjoying the seaside.

He also expressed his appreciation for the museum experience, which allows visitors to explore various facets of ancient Egyptian civilization—a civilization rich in cultural, artistic, and human heritage—and commended the museum’s efforts in making this legacy accessible to both present and future generations.