Any visitor to Egypt will be impressed by its civilisation dating back 5,000 years. The country, with its spectacular array of pyramids and ancient artefacts, is an archaeologists' dream.
The Provisional Urban Council has organised an exhibition on Egyptian culture and antiquities at the Hong Kong Museum of Art until January 17.
At the opening ceremony of the exhibition entitled 'Egyptian treasures from the British Museum', council chairman Dr Ronald Leung Ding-bong said: 'I am sure [the exhibition] will enable us to have a glimpse of another ancient and glorious civilisation.' A wide range of materials, from 3000 BC to 300 BC, has been selected from the British Museum, which houses one of the best collections of Egyptian artefacts in the world. Some of the items have never been loaned to other museums.
A decorated coffin containing a mummy is one of the star attractions. The exhibition also highlights the customs of the Pharaohs and their people.
There is a 'Comparison Corner of Chinese and Egyptian Cultures', which has been specially designed for teenagers.
The museum provides a variety of educational and other activities and materials for school teachers and students, who will be given free transport.
They will be provided pamphlets, a pre-visit kit, guided tour, and an audio-guide service, while a video programme on ancient Egypt will also be featured.