Today, our history teachers and students embarked on an enriching learning journey themed around Ancient Egyptian Civilization at the Hong Kong Palace Museum. Principal Mr. WAN personally served as the guide and lecturer, ensuring that the teachers and students gained a wealth of knowledge from the trip.
This exhibition showcases the latest archaeological discoveries from the Saqqara necropolis in Memphis, the ancient capital south of Cairo, Egypt. Inside the exhibition hall, 250 precious artifacts, including mummies, hieroglyphic stelae, painted sarcophagi, and ancient Egyptian daily utensils, are on full display. These relics come from seven major Egyptian museums and are being exhibited in Hong Kong for the first time. The collection not only features artifacts related to the famous Pharaoh Tutankhamun but also highlights cat-shaped ornaments and mummies, which were highly revered and respected by the ancient Egyptians. Taking students out of the classroom to observe these historical treasures, which have been preserved for thousands of years, up close is truly a rare and valuable learning opportunity.
Stepping from the classroom into the museum, the students were focused and listened attentively during the visit. This experience not only filled in historical details beyond the textbook but, under the guidance and explanation of Mr. WAN, also taught them to think about the patterns of civilizational development by tracing the historical context behind the artifacts. The knowledge that was once confined to the pages of a book became three-dimensional and vivid, giving the students a more intuitive and profound understanding of Ancient Egyptian civilization.
This outdoor learning experience not only broadened the students’ historical horizons but also allowed them to genuinely appreciate the interest and practical values of learning history.
