How to Visit the Pyramids of Giza and Not Appear Just Another Tourist
This route through the funerary temples of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure reveals some of the best-kept secrets of the spectacular ancient Egyptian necropolis. The pyramids on the Giza plateau have been a place of pilgrimage for travelers for twenty-five centuries, ever...Read more
The Most Unique (and Imperfect) Pyramid in Egypt
It may not be the most famous, but the Great Pyramid of Khufu owes its existence to this pyramid. From a distance, something seems amiss. One expects the classic shape of a pyramid, with its smooth and flawless faces, akin to those seen in the Giza Valley, rather than...Read more
What Did the Ancient Egyptian Pyramids Look Like When They Were Built?
Have you ever wondered what the Egyptian pyramids looked like when they were first built? These iconic structures have been standing for thousands of years and are a testament to human ingenuity and engineering. However, over time, the pyramids have changed due to the...Read more
The Discovery of a Hidden Corridor inside the Great Pyramid of Giza
The Great Pyramid of Khufu, constructed 4,500 years ago by the pharaoh of the Fourth Dynasty on the Giza plain, close to present-day Cairo, is the only remaining wonder of the ancient world. Its incredible construction, which stands at 139 meters high (once 146) and...Read more