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The pyramids and Sphinx are the truly legendary symbols of Egypt. These enigmatic structures, of which a total of seventy were constructed along the Nile, have been marvelled at for millennia. The most famous pyramids are the three monumental structures at Giza, the largest measuring over 450ft high. These pyramids, visited by historical luminaries such as Herodotus, Cleopatra and Napoleon are over 4500yrs old. A maze of tunnels within the structures also allow the visitor to explore the inner chambers and a short donkey ride away, are the even older step pyramids of Zoser at Sakkara.
Adjacent to the pyramids of Giza is the great 22m high Sphinx, carved entirely out of one block of limestone. After ten years of restoration of varying effectiveness, the Sphinx must not be missed. There are three shows at night in which the pyramids and Sphinx are bathed in light and their history is recounted. It doesn’t matter how you see these amazing sights, just make sure you do.
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