The 1922 discovery of King Tutankhamuns tomb unearthed incredible treasures and a legendary curse. #history #archaeology #egypt #ancienthistory | Knowledge

Howard Carter’s 1922 discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb unveiled treasures that mesmerized the world. This glimpse into Egypt’s ancient glory continues to inspire curiosity and wonder. #history #ancient #Egypt #Kings #archaeology #discovery Read more: https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-important-events/tutankhamuns-tomb-discovery-0017469 | Ancient Origins

The treasures of Tutankhamun, one of Egypt’s most well-known pharaohs, goes on display today at the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo. After numerous delays over the course of its 23-year construction, the archeological facility will open to the public and showcase ‘King Tut’s’ full 5,398 collection of antiquities for the first time. More than 50,00 items will be housed in the museum, including a 3,200-year-old colossus of Ramesses II and a 4,500-year-old boat belonging to Khufu, the p