London is home to many incredible ancient artefacts from all over the world, each housed in world class museums.
But London has been going through a bit of an obsession with ancient Egypt since the 19th century and you can find stunning collections and artefacts all around the city and beyond- us Brits love a good bit of Egyptian history!
Take advantage of the amazing deals at one of the best discount hotels in West End London and book a room in The Piccadilly London West End. You’ll be perfectly placed to enjoy London’s Egyptian collections in the centre of the city, and able to enjoy yourself in luxury.
Now let’s take a look at the best locations that will transport you back in time.
The British Museum
The British Museum is home to one of the world’s largest collections of ancient Egyptian artefacts- and probably the greatest collection outside of Egypt itself.
The collection spans over 4,000 years of history, from predynastic times to the Roman period. Some of the most impressive artefacts on display include the Rosetta Stone, the mummy of Ramses II, and the mummy of the priestess Ankhnesneferibre.
The Egyptian Hall is home to a large collection of monumental sculptures, including the colossal statue of Ramesses II, which stands at over 5 metres tall. The hall also houses a number of smaller artefacts, such as jewellery, pottery, and funerary objects.
The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology
The Petrie Museum is part of University College London and is home to over 80,000 ancient Egyptian artefacts.
The collection was started by Flinders Petrie, who is considered to be the father of modern Egyptology. The museum’s highlights include a large collection of predynastic pottery, wooden models of ancient Egyptian ships, and a mummy of a young child.
Cleopatra’s Needle
This stunning structure is another fascinating ancient Egyptian artefact that is worth a visit when in London, and can be found on the banks of the Thames.
The Needle is made from red granite and stands over 21 metres tall; it is actually the city’s oldest man-made structure at around 3,500 years old! It was originally erected in the ancient city of Heliopolis where it stood for 1,000 years.
It is covered in hieroglyphics that tell the story of Thutmose III’s reign, and is flanked by two bronze sphinxes that were added during its transport to London.
The obelisk is free to visit and is located in a picturesque spot along the River Thames, making it a popular spot for tourists and locals alike.
Luckily for guests of the West End Piccadilly Hotel London this stunning monument can be found near the Victoria Embankment Gardens, just a short walk from your hotel.
Ancient Egypt in London
Make the most of London’s wonderful historic sights and the fantastic London West End stay package now available at the Piccadilly West End Hotel, and visit London’s most wonderful ancient Egyptian treasures.
Whether it’s a world class museum or a stunning artefact out in the open, London is sure to have something that will blow your mind!
