Scarab with the sun disk of Ra in its shrine.

This granite scarab with the sun disk of Ra and a uraeus (cobra) which are symbols of leadership in ancient Egypt. This is about the size of a football and sits within its own shrine.

If you go:

The hours change depending on the season. When I went in late October it was open from 9-1 and then 4-7.

Admission for foreigners without any student discounts is 60 EGP. I believe the student discount put it at 40-45 EGP.

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