Cairo, Egypt

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC)

Located in Fustat, this modern museum presents a comprehensive overview of all the different historical periods that encompass Egypt. It is famously home to the Royal Mummies Hall, where the mummified remains of ancient kings and queens are displayed.

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National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is in Cairo, Egypt. Coordinates: 30.00859, 31.24824. Open in Google Maps

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