YouTube sensation Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast, captivated millions with his latest video, “I Spent 100 Hours Inside The Pyramids!” The 21-minute episode, filmed at the Pyramids of Giza, surpassed 43 million views shortly after its release, achieving over 10 million views within the first four hours.
In the video, MrBeast shares his unique experience, venturing into narrow passages and secret chambers not accessible to the general public. The episode gained Egyptian and global interest, Youm7 reported.
MrBeast was accompanied on the tour by Egyptian archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass, who provided a detailed historical explanation about the construction of the pyramids and their secrets. Dr. Hawass shared photos from the tour on his Facebook account, writing, “A new adventure with MrBeast.”
Before publishing the video, MrBeast announced his intention to “rent” the Pyramids of Giza for 100 hours to film his content, which sparked controversy, according to Asharq Al-Awsat. This announcement led to widespread debate on social media, with some questioning the validity of his claim and its impact on the archaeological site.
“The YouTuber did not rent the area but obtained a permit to film outside official working hours,” stated the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. “He obtained an unconditional permit to enter the three pyramids and explore them,” clarified Dr. Zahi Hawass, according to Akhbarak.
“The video is indirect advertising for Egyptian tourism that will contribute to increasing tourist visits, especially to archaeological areas,” said tourism expert Mohamed Karam to Asharq Al-Awsat. “Publishing the video coinciding with the approaching opening of the Grand Museum gives a boost to cultural tourism in Egypt,” he added.
Egyptian blogger Louay Al-Khateeb described the video as “unprecedented advertising for all of Egypt,” according to Asharq Al-Awsat.
MrBeast, who has a following exceeding 100 million subscribers on YouTube, is known for producing videos that include unique challenges and charitable projects.
This article was written in collaboration with generative AI company Alchemiq
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