The Kunsthistorisches Museum literally means the Museum of Art History and it is one of the most important art museums in the world. But it has a special feature. Its exhibition is perfectly suited to the study of the history of Western art. If you want to deepen your understanding of European art, you can literally walk through the history of art, illustrated by masterpieces. Along the way, your art historian guide will explain the main principles that govern different aspects of art from different periods and styles. In the halls of Ancient Egypt, you will see statues and learn what European culture has absorbed from this ancient civilisation. In the exposition of Ancient Greek Art, you will see the transition from the Archaic to the Classical period and understand the secret of its appeal. In the Picture Gallery you will learn what was common and what was different in the approach to painting in different European countries.