News — Pyramids

The step pyramid of Djoser is the earliest colossal stone building in Egypt and is considered the precursor to the later smooth-sided pyramids. It is located in Saqqara, Egypt, and is part of a larger mortuary complex that includes courtyards, temples, and shrines, surrounded by a massive wall. The entire complex covers an area of approximately 15 hectares (37 acres). The pyramid of Djoser consists of six mastaba-like layers (mastabas are flat-roofed rectangular tombs) stacked on top of each other, creating a step-like structure. The pyramid originally stood about 62 meters (203 feet) tall. When you visit the pyramid, you...

The Great Sphinx of Giza is one of the most iconic monuments in the world, located on the Giza Plateau near Cairo, Egypt. It is a colossal limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a human, believed to represent Pharaoh Khafre. The Great Sphinx stands guard over the Giza Pyramids, a complex that includes the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, along with several smaller pyramids and other ancient structures.The limestone statue is immense, with a length of 73 meters (240 feet) and a height of 20 meters...

The Pyramids of Giza, located on the Giza Plateau just outside Cairo, Egypt, are among the most iconic and well-known ancient structures in the world. These pyramids are a testament to the incredible engineering and architectural achievements of ancient Egypt. Driving to the pyramids from Cairo is extraordinary because you go down a busy street and suddenly the pyramids appear beside the roadway.  The Giza complex includes three main pyramids: the Great Pyramid of Giza (Pyramid of Khufu or Pyramid of Cheops), the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure.   The Great Pyramid of Giza was built for...