Another great Stockholm museum, and one that took up a lot more time than I thought it would.
Let me put a disclaimer for my review: I love history. I think it is one of the most interesting topics there is, and I spend a ton of time in museums as a result. Here was no exception.
Starting with the Cyprus exhibit, I was immediately amazed. This was the first exhibit solely dedicated to this island I had ever visited, and I was not disappointed whatsoever. The artifacts encased in the glass display cases were of the highest quality and displayed very well. The added information was a great touch, and really helped you understand the expedition that took place.
I will note that the glass is very glary, so if you want to take pictures, it will be difficult.
Next was the Ancient Egyptian exhibit. It was the largest and had such a quantity of artifacts I started to get the classic museum brain fog. You know, the one when you're there for too long. The problem is, this happened after only an hour. That should probably tell you how much stuff there is worth to read here. The artifacts here spanned back to 4000 BC and had incredible relics. Papyrus, beautiful pottery, sculptures, sarcophagus covers; you name it, this museum had it. They even had some elaborate sarcophagi, and a slew of animal and human mummies. Just this part made the ticket worth the price (free because I was a student).
The Greek and Roman sections were a little bit smaller than others in different museums I had visited. I didn't really mind, because the Egyptian and Cyprusian sections were fantastic. Even so, they had great artifacts here.
Upstairs is another place I would not suggest skipping. Although they don't make it super obvious, there are numerous display cases mixed in with tables that house even more artifacts. In these is much more Greek and Roman pottery, idols, and a ton more stuff that was incredible to see.
I loved this museum, and I know all reading this would love it too. read more