• The land on which the Grand Egyptian Museum was built served as a refuge for wolves and criminals
• The surrounding area was full of natural dangers, making it remote and isolated

Researcher and writer Samah Fayez Metwally revealed a number of astonishing facts about the land on which the Grand Egyptian Museum was established in Giza, noting that until recently it "served as a shelter for wolves and a safe haven for criminals."

Metwally explained in a post that "the land is part of the village of Kafr Ghatati, where I was born, and it was formerly called 'Juhr al-Deeb' because wolves used to descend from the surrounding desert areas and settle there."

The researcher added that he relied on trusted historical sources and collected testimonies from the village elders, which confirmed that the area was surrounded by hills and mountains inhabited by animals and reptiles, making it a place full of natural hazards.

He also noted that the remote characteristics of the land made it an ideal refuge for outlaws, who fled there to escape the authorities.

Metwally concluded, "These facts may shock some, but they add a new dimension to the greatness of the Grand Egyptian Museum. It is not only the largest of its kind or a tourist destination expected to attract 10 million visitors annually, but also an inspiring story of transforming a frightening place into a center of cultural radiance that impresses the world."