Exploring the Grand Egyptian Museum – here’s what to expect

After more than a decade of delays and much anticipation, the Grand Egyptian Museum has opened its 12 main galleries. The caveat is that its prized King Tutankhamun collection and two King Khufu solar boats will remain under wraps until the yet-to-be-announced official opening. Nevertheless, there is plenty to see, with 15,000 artefacts spanning as far back as 700,000 BCE up until the 4th century AD.

The Grand Egyptian Museum has revealed itself in phases over the last couple of years,…