Hurghada Museum, National museum in Hurghada, Egypt.
Hurghada Museum is a national institution displaying thousands of artifacts organized across multiple halls spanning different periods of Egyptian civilization. The exhibitions present carefully selected items that range from ancient times through the modern era.
The museum was established as the first antiquities collection in the Red Sea region through cooperation between the Tourism Ministry and private investment. It marked the beginning of systematic preservation of local archaeological heritage on the coast.
The exhibition spaces display objects from many historical periods and religious traditions, reflecting how diverse groups lived together in Egypt over time. You can see how different communities shaped the culture and daily life of the region.
The museum is open daily with afternoon and evening sessions, making it accessible to different types of visitors. Different ticket prices apply for local and international guests, so checking current entry arrangements beforehand is helpful.
The collection focuses on showing how beauty standards and ideals of appearance changed throughout Egyptian history, from ancient times to today. Visitors can observe how different cultures and time periods had different views on what was considered attractive and how people cared for their bodies.
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