Unlock the mystery of Egyptian hieroglyphs and discover how their decipherment revealed three thousand years of human history.
Unlock the mystery of Egyptian hieroglyphs and discover how their decipherment revealed three thousand years of human history.
The family-friendly touring exhibition incorporates interactive elements to tell the story. It introduces visitors to great pioneers like Jean-Francois Champollion, who undertook revolutionary work on deciphering the ancient Egyptian language. Objects on display include an extract from the Book of the Dead, belonging to the priestess Nestanebetisheru, and a large limestone lintel revealing the name of Pharoah Ramses III. Join us on a journey to unearth the central role hieroglyphs played in the life and afterlife of the ancient Egyptians.
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529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1HG
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