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The Coptic Museum vs Step Pyramid of Djoser

Both are praised by professional reviewers. Overall, The Coptic Museum is preferred by most writers compared to Step Pyramid of Djoser. The Coptic Museum scores 96 with accolades from 5 publications like Fodor's, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.

The Coptic Museum
The Coptic Museum
9 / 10
Fakhry Abd el Nour street No4, Abbassia, Cairo, Egypt
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Housing the world's largest collection of Coptic Christian artwork, this museum provides a link between ancient and Islamic Egypt." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Contains such artifacts as funeral stelae carved with Coptic inscriptions, manuscripts... and examples of ivory, wood, pottery, and glass. A bridge between the art of ancient Egypt and the Islamic era."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The Coptic Museum, which opened originally back in 1910, has just emerged from an extensive refurbishment... and it's a must-see for anyone interested in the history of Egypt." Full review
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One of the museum's most prized holdings is a manuscript collection of the Nag Hammadi library (popularly known as the Gnostic Gospels).
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"At the inauguration of the museum in 2006, President Mubarak stressed the importance of Coptic artistic heritage for Egypt, an opinion borne out by the stunning collections here." Full review
Step Pyramid of Djoser
Step Pyramid of Djoser
8 / 10
Saqqara, Cairo, Egypt
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The pyramid complex was built in the 3rd Dynasty (2649–2575 BC) for the pharaoh Djoser by his architect Imhotep, and it has been undergoing study and restoration since 1927." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"This royal tomb, which the Pharaoh's soul climbed to reach the afterlife, is testament to the genius of Imhotep." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Built in the 27th century BC, this huge structure predates others and shows a different type of pharaoh tomb." Full review