Luxor Museum
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Overview and significance
Luxor Museum is an archaeological museum in Luxor, Egypt. It stands on the corniche, overlooking the east bank of the River Nile.
History and heritage
Its historical story is also significant: the museum was conceived by the Egyptian Ministry of Culture, which hired Dr. Its historical story is also significant: among the items on display are grave goods from the tomb of the 18th dynasty pharaoh Tutankhamun (KV62) and a collection of 26 New Kingdom statues that were found buried in the Luxor statue cache in the nearby Luxor Temple in 1989.
Features and attractions
Among its defining features, the range of artifacts on display is far more restricted than the country's main collections in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo; this was, however, deliberate, since the museum prides itself on the quality of the pieces it has, the uncluttered way in which they are displayed, and the clear multilingual labeling used. Among its defining features, the installation of the museum art works came later and was finished between 1972 and 1975.
Activities and experiences
Visitors may photograph the falls, walk to marked viewpoints or arrange specialist activities such as rafting or guided river experiences through licensed operators where available.
Visitor information
Do not enter fast water independently. Confirm access routes, operator credentials, safety equipment and weather or water levels before any adventure activity, and follow posted restrictions.
This editorial information is a starting guide. Verify current visitor rules, fees and access with the official operator.