LONDON, UK - The Nereid Monument, the largest and finest of teh Lykian tombs found near Xanthos in southwestern Turkey. It is named after the figures of Nereids, the daughters of the sea god Nereus, which are placed between the columns. It was built around 390-380 BC. The British Museum, in London, is one of the largest and most comprehensive of the world's museums. It is dedicated to human history, art, and culture, and was established in 1753. The British Museum in London houses a vast collection of world art and artifacts, reflecting human history, culture, and civilizations from around the
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The British Museum, located in London, United Kingdom, is a renowned institution that houses an extensive collection of art, artifacts, and antiquities from around the world. Established in 1753, the museum was founded through the generous bequest of Sir Hans Sloane, a physician and collector, and opened its doors to the public in 1759. Today, the British Museum's collection includes over 8 million objects that span the entire spectrum of human history, culture, and civilization. Some of the museum's most famous exhibits include the Rosetta Stone, the Elgin Marbles (Parthenon sculptures), the Egyptian mummies, and the Assyrian lion hunt reliefs. The British Museum is organized into various departments, such as Egyptology, Middle East, Greek and Roman, and Asia, to name a few. It also hosts special exhibitions and events throughout the year. The British Museum's stunning architecture includes the Great Court, designed by architect Sir Robert Smirke, which features the largest covered public square in Europe, and the Reading Room, formerly the main reading room of the British Library. The museum is a popular tourist attraction, drawing millions of visitors annually, and offers free entry to its permanent collection. As a major center for education, research, and preservation, the British Museum serves as a valuable cultural and historical resource for people from all over the world.