The British Museum

The British Museum is a world-renowned museum located in London, England. Founded in 1753, it is the oldest national public museum in the world and houses a vast collection of over 8 million objects from all continents, including art, antiquities, and natural history specimens. Some of the most famous and valuable items in the collection include the Rosetta Stone, the Elgin Marbles, and the Lewis Chessmen. The museum is free to the public and attracts millions of visitors each year, making it one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United Kingdom.