Kerma Museum

The Kerma Museum is an archaeological museum in Nubia that displays artifacts from several ancient periods. The collection is arranged in specialized display cases and includes objects from Predynastic times, the Kerma Kingdoms, Napata, and Meroë.

The museum documents the development of Nubian civilizations over thousands of years. The collections show how different kingdoms emerged, competed with each other, and influenced one another.

The statues of Nubian rulers in the central room show the power of ancient kingdoms. They help visitors understand the importance of these civilizations in the region's history.

The museum is located next to an ancient archaeological site and is easy to find. It is open daily except Mondays and makes a good stop to visit both locations in one day.

The building itself is constructed in traditional Nubian style with vaulted roofs and triangular openings. These special features let natural light inside and showcase local building traditions.

Location: Nubia

Inception: 2008

Official opening: 2008

Website: https://kerma.ch/en/musee

GPS coordinates: 19.60079,30.41185

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43