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The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities vs Museum of Islamic Arts
Egyptian Antiquities Museum and Museum of Islamic Arts are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Museum of Islamic Arts scores significantly higher than Egyptian Antiquities Museum. Museum of Islamic Arts ranks #3 in Cairo with praise from 4 sources like Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Concierge.
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
Fodor's
Concierge
Afar Magazine
Midan El Tahrir, Cairo 11557, Egypt
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Fodor's
"On the north end of Maydan Tahrir, this huge neoclassical building is home to the world's largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts."
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If you are discouraged by the Mummy Room's steep entrance fee, don't miss the assortment of mummified animals and birds
Concierge
"Filled with the golden treasures of pharaohs, and archaeological finds... crowds tend to beeline for the golden, lapis-encrusted mask of Tutankhamen."
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Don't miss the Palette of Narmer, a ceremonial tablet
Afar Magazine
"You could spend a lifetime examining the more than 120,000 items in the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, in Cairo."
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Museum of Islamic Arts
Concierge
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
Shar'a Bur Bab El Khalk Square, Cairo, Egypt
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Concierge
"Reopened at the end of 2007 following a five-year, $15 million restoration, the museum houses one of the world's greatest collections of Islamic objects."
Frommer's
"If you don't have any experience with the history of Islamic art, it's going to be an eye-opener."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Inaugurated in 1903, this museum houses one of the world's most exceptional collections of Islamic art. "
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