The pyramids of Giza were turned into an open-air gallery. Photo Photo
The ancient pyramids of Giza became the scenery for large-scale installations of artists from different countries. Contemporary art against the background of monuments about 4.5 thousand years old – in the photo gallery of RBC
On the plateau at the foot of the Egyptian pyramids in Giza opened the exhibition of contemporary art Forever Is Now. Against the background of ancient buildings, large-scale installations of artists from different countries were placed.
The annual exhibition takes place on the territory of the Giza pyramid complex, whose age is about 4.5 thousand years. The complex is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The exhibition is held for the sixth time. It will run until November 28.
Similar exhibitions were held in other historical places. In the summer of 2026, more than 30 giant lobster sculptures by British artist Philip Colbert were installed among the ruins of Pempeii. It was the first exhibition of modern sculpture in Pompeii in 30 years. Since 2020, the exhibition Desert X AlUla has been held in the Saudi deserts of Al Ula. Monumental art objects are placed among the sands and rocks.
