In photos: Egypt celebrates the 100-year anniversary of Tutankhamun tomb discovery

On Friday, Egypt celebrated the 100-year anniversary of the discovery of Tutankhamun tomb. The tomb was found on Nov. 4, 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter and his team. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil)

Tutankhamun, also known as King Tut, was a king on ancient Egypt who rose into prominence aftter his tomb was found intact by Carter and his team. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil)

In this picture, British archaeologist Howard Carter is seen in front of the sarcophagus of King Tutankhamun at his tomb the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, Egypt. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil)

Black and white images are seen hanged at the dark room of British archaeologist Howard Carter at the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, Egypt. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil)

Here, Tutankhamun's mummy is seen in his tomb chamber in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, Egypt. (AP/PTI Photo)

Egypt is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the discovery by organising a series of guided tours, archaeological and art exhibitions and other events, including a highlight of the tomb of the Golden Pharaoh, the country's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said in a statement. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil)