Egypt Upgrades Saqqara Archaeological Site to Boost Visitor Experience

Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has initiated a comprehensive project to upgrade the Saqqara archaeological site, a crucial destination for cultural heritage. The initiative focuses on improving internal roads and enhancing services to provide a better experience for the growing number of visitors.

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The initiative is part of the ministry’s strategy to improve service quality at archaeological sites and provide a better visitor experience.

Implemented by the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA), the project aligns with the ministry's strategy to elevate service quality at historical sites. Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy stated that the development reflects Egypt's vision of integrating historical preservation with infrastructure upgrades. He emphasized that the project will bolster Saqqara's global standing as a premier archaeological and tourism destination.

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He added that the project will help strengthen Saqqara’s position as one of the world’s leading archaeological and tourism destinations, while supporting efforts to protect and sustainably develop Egypt’s cultural heritage.

The upgrades are expected to significantly enhance the quality of services, improve the site's capacity to handle increased tourism, and offer visitors a more comfortable experience. Secretary-General of the SCA, Hisham al-Leithy, confirmed that the internal road network will be modernized to facilitate movement between monuments. He assured that all development adheres to international technical and engineering standards for archaeological sites, ensuring the preservation of Saqqara's unique character.

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He stressed that all development works will comply with international technical and engineering standards applied at archaeological sites, ensuring the preservation of Saqqara’s archaeological significance and historic character.

Director General of the Saqqara Archaeological Area, Amr al-Tayeb, detailed additional service enhancements, including the installation of seating areas and shaded spots to protect visitors from the sun. These measures aim to elevate the overall quality of visits, aligning with international best practices in archaeological site management and ensuring a more convenient environment for all visitors.

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He added that these measures aim to enhance the overall quality of visits and upgrade the visitor experience in accordance with international best practices for archaeological site management.