Monday, 25 May 2026
Ancient Egypt shines in Hong Kong
The wonders of ancient Egypt come to life at the Hong Kong Palace Museum, as the much-anticipated exhibition "Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums" opens to the public today.
Running until August 31, 2026 the exhibition displays 250 artifacts from five of Egypt’s most distinguished museums: the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir, Marsa Matrouh, Kafr El Sheikh, Luxor, and Sohag National Museums. These treasures span 5,000 years, offering visitors an enchanting glimpse of Egypt’s ancient kings, everyday life, spiritual beliefs, and artistic achievement. Particularly exciting is the inclusion of never-before-seen objects from Saqqara, one of the most vital ancient burial grounds.
The collection is arranged across three themed galleries. ‘Royal Egypt’ celebrates the aura and power of the pharaohs, with statuary, jewelry, and ceremonial objects. The centerpiece, ‘Tutankhamun’, brings viewers face to face with the enigmatic boy king through stunning funerary goods and gilded artifacts. Finally, ‘Secrets of Saqqara’ captures Egypt’s ever-deepening story, showcasing the latest archaeological finds and unveiling the mysteries of one of Egypt’s oldest complexes.
Inaugurated by Deputy Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Yomna El Bahar and Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) Mohamed Ismail Khaled, the exhibition stands as a testament to the enduring friendship and strong ties between Egypt and China.
Deputy Minister El Bahar described the exhibition as a bridge between cultures, especially meaningful as both countries approach the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
SCA Secretary General Khaled, in interviews with a packed room of Chinese and international press, emphasised how cultural diplomacy nurtures understanding and inspires new generations to care for the world’s shared history.
Egypt’s engagement with China extends beyond this exhibition. Four Chinese archaeological missions are currently operating in Egypt, at Saqqara, Luxor, and Mit Rahina, tangible proof of the robust, evolving partnership between the two civilisations. This spirit of partnership reflects in the exhibition’s design, aiming not only to marvel but to educate and connect.
Previous exhibitions in China, such as ‘On Top of the Pyramids: The Civilisation of Ancient Egypt’ in Shanghai, were met with record-breaking enthusiasm, attracting millions.
Now, Hong Kong audiences have the opportunity to walk through a living gallery of humanity’s ancient achievement and experience Egypt’s storied civilisation up close.