For over a century, the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb has fascinated the world. Now, a groundbreaking digital exhibition at London’s ExCeL Centre is bringing his story to life in a way never seen before.
The exhibition, Tutankhamun: The Immersive Experience, allows visitors to step into the world of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh and British archaeologist Howard Carter, who unearthed the 3,000-year-old tomb in 1922.
Produced by Madrid Artes Digitales, the exhibition spans over 1,200 square meters and features a stunning 360-degree, eight-meter-high cinematic display. A vivid 30-minute film transports visitors through Egypt’s natural landscapes, cultural heritage, and the historic moment of the tomb’s discovery.
Jelle de Jong, CEO of Madrid Artes Digitales, described the experience:
“You really feel like you’re in the midst of a movie. You see the Nile, the Sphinx, the pyramids, and then you enter the tomb, witnessing Egypt’s beauty in the grandest way.”
Visitors can also use VR headsets to experience a recreation of what Carter first saw inside the tomb. The metaverse component allows guests to step into Carter’s shoes, explore his base camp, browse his notebooks, and even listen to music from 1922. They can then venture into the Valley of the Kings, using a virtual torch to navigate the tomb’s hidden chambers.
Curator Nacho Ares highlights a key moment in history:
“The most famous moment was when Carter peered through a small hole into the antechamber. When Lord Carnarvon asked him, ‘Can you see anything?’ Carter replied, ‘Yes. Wonderful things.’”
The exhibition also showcases authentic and replica artifacts from the tomb’s treasure trove of 5,398 objects, offering insights into Tutankhamun’s life and the mysteries surrounding his death—now widely believed to have been caused by a chariot accident.
TUTANKHAMUN: The Immersive Exhibition opens on March 28 and runs for 14 weeks, promising an unforgettable journey into the world of Ancient Egypt.
