Egyptologist Dr. Mark Lehner, president of the Ancient Egypt Research Foundation, visits the Zaafaran Palace.

2025-10-02
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The Zafaran Palace Museum welcomed Egyptologist Dr. Mark Lehner, President of the Ancient Egypt Research Association (Association of Egyptian Archaeologists), and Dr. Daniel Jones during their visit to the Zafaran Museum at Ain Shams University. The visit coincided with their visit to the university to sign a cooperation protocol aimed at promoting scientific, cultural, and academic exchange.

They were wellcomed by Prof. Mamdouh El-Damaty, Professor of Egyptology and former Minister of Antiquities, General Supervisor of the Museum,

and Dr. Walaa El-Din Badawi,

Director of the Zaafaran Palace Museum, who provided explanations to the delegation during their visit to the museum. The visit opened up new horizons for dialogue and scientific exchange, The renowned scholar and his companions expressed their admiration for the museum's collections and educational exhibits, emphasizing the important and pivotal role that the museum plays in connecting students and researchers with Egypt's history and timeless civilization.

The visit was filled with appreciation and inspiration, reinforcing the university museum's mission as a bridge between the rich past and the promising academic future.

The visit included the museum and the historic Zaafran Palace, which represents a bright side of modern Egyptian history.