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The ghost of Ramesses spotted striding through the halls of the #GrandEgyptianMuseum…???👀👻✨ ▫️Fear not, no king has risen from his gilded gold (just yet). It’s the marvellous Egyptian model alfred._.alex (insta), magnificently robed in the splendour of @fouadsarkisofficial (insta), @kazzam1963 (insta), & Mai Galal (insta).💫
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The Discovery of Nefertiti: “You Must See Her” #OnThisDay 113 years ago, the bust of #Nefertiti was discovered ✨ On December 6th 1912, a queen awoke from three millennia of silence. In the dusty rooms of the Sculptor Thutmose’s workshop (King's favourite), Nefertiti’s face returned to the world... serene, symmetrical, and a likeness so utterly alive. Today we celebrate the discovery that still takes the breath away of everyone who stands before her.
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Drones Illuminate the Night Sky Ahead of the Grand Egyptian Museum’s Opening: ✨ As the #GrandEgyptianMuseum prepares to open its doors on November 1st, mysterious drones have been seen gliding over the #GizaPlateau, casting radiant images of #AncientEgypt’s most beloved treasures across the night sky.✨
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In 1939, more than 3,000 years after they were last played, the trumpets of Tutankhamun were heard again. During a live BBC broadcast, James Tappern, a bandsman from Prince Albert’s Own 11th Royal Hussars Regiment, was chosen to play the trumpets. The sound was haunting and powerful, echoing through the ages. However, the silver trumpet cracked during the performance, raising questions about whether the instruments were truly intended for practical use or were largely ceremonial. The broadcast remains one of the most extraordinary moments in modern Egyptology, allowing the world to hear the music of Ancient Egypt for the first time. It also highlighted the fragility of these artefacts and underscored the risks involved in handling them. The performance was also fraught with challenges, including the need for a modern mouthpiece due to the difficulty of playing the ancient instruments directly. There were also logistical issues like a power outage before the broadcast, which added to the drama of the event. The event was not just a musical broadcast, but a significant cultural moment, capturing the imagination of listeners worldwide and offering a rare auditory glimpse into the ancient past. Read more:
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