Giza Pyramids and Sphinx

Giza Pyramids and Sphinx

The pyramids of Giza are one of the seven wonders of the world that decorate the land of Egypt with their greatness. The Giza pyramid complex in Egypt is home to the Great Pyramid with Cairo Day Tours you will discover it , the Pyramid of Khafre and the Pyramid of Menkaure, along with the associated pyramid complexes and the Sphinx. They were all built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom in ancient Egypt, between 2600 and 2500 BC.
 

The Great Pyramid is the largest Egyptian pyramid and served as the tomb of Pharaoh Khufu, who ruled under the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. The Great Pyramid is the rosary of the tomb of King Khufu, and inside it are the picturesque colors and pharaonic words that indicate the greatness of the king's rule. discover it with Happy Egypt
 Located in: Giza Cemetery
Address: Giza Desert, Giza Governorate                
Height: 139 m
Constructed: 2570 BC (Old Kingdom)
Materials: limestone, granite, basalt and mortar
Architectural style: ancient Egyptian architecture
Function: tomb, memorial
Modern site: Giza Cemetery

The pyramid of Khafre is the second largest pyramid in Egypt, only about 10 meters lower than the Great Pyramid. The pyramid is unique in that the remains of the original cladding have been preserved in its upper part. Khafre built his pyramid in Giza next to his father's pyramid.With a Classic Trip to Egypt, you will know more with the tour guide who accompanies you throughout your trip

Located in: Giza Cemetery
Address: Haram, Giza Governorate
Height: 136 m
Constructed: 2570 BC (Fourth Dynasty)
Volume: 2,211,096 cubic meters (78,084,118 cu ft)
Architectural style: ancient Egyptian architecture
Burial: Khafra

The Pyramid of Menkaure is the smallest of the three main pyramids of the Giza pyramid complex, believed to have been built as a tomb for the Egyptian pharaoh Menkaure of the Fourth Dynasty. The greatness of the ancient Egyptian you will see in this huge building that was built dedicated to the king, and through Egypt Travel Packages, you will learn more
Address: Al-Haram, Giza Governorate
Height: 61 m
Constructed: 2510 BC (Fourth Dynasty)
Material: travertine: red granite, white travertine
Volume: 235,183 cubic meters (8,305,409 cu ft)
Burial: Menkaure
Architectural style: ancient Egyptian architecture

The Great Sphinx was built more than 4,500 years ago to protect the pyramid of Khafre at Giza. It has the head of Pharaoh and the body of a lion. The human head indicates the strong thinking mind of the ancient Egyptian, and the lion's body indicates the strength of building his body. The Great Sphinx was carved out of a huge limestone outcrop that towered over the desert floor. know more about the great sphinx during your trip to Cairo
 Located in: Giza Cemetery
Address: Giza Desert, Giza Governorate         
Medium: limestone
Height: 20 m
Dimensions: 20m x 19m x 73m
Material: limestone
Period: Ancient Kingdom of Egypt