On November 22, 1922, Howard Carter peered through a hole with just the flicker of a candle flame to discover the Tomb of King Tutankhamun. When asked what he saw, he replied, "wonderful things!"
The Luxor Hotel and Casino has reopened the doors to once again bring you magical and mystifying entertainment in Las Vegas. Now you can explore the treasures of the King Tut Museum, featuring authentic reproductions from what has been called the greatest archaeological find in the history of the world. Take a 15-minuted self-guided audio tour to discover hundreds of reproductions, including the world-famous guardian statues, King Tut's sarcophagus, and an array of statues, vases, beds, baskets and pottery.
The measurements of each of the King Tut Museum rooms are precisely recreated; the treasures therein reproduced by artisans using the same tools and original 3,300-year-old methods, including gold leaf and linens, and precious pigments. Each artifact is meticulously positioned according to the records maintained by the Carter expedition.
