The pyramids of Giza, located in Egypt, are some of the most famous and mysterious structures in the world.
The Great pyramids of Giza
The pyramids of Giza, located in Egypt, are some of the most famous and mysterious structures in the world that are included in our Egypt tours. These ancient wonders have puzzled scholars for centuries, leaving many to question who they were built for and why, so I advise you to book our Egypt day tours to discover all the greatness of the great pyramids.
The pyramids of Giza were built as tombs for the Egyptian pharaohs and their consorts during the Old and Middle Kingdom periods of ancient Egypt. The pharaohs were the rulers of ancient Egypt and were considered to be god-kings. If you are a historical person and want other places to visit besides the pyramids, check out Luxor day tours because Luxor is considered the land of pharaohs, there you will be entertained with Egyptian civilization.
History of Giza pyramids
The Great Pyramid of Giza, also known as the Pyramid of Khufu, is the largest of the three pyramids and is believed to have been built during the reign of Pharaoh Khufu, who ruled Egypt around 2589 to 2566 BCE. The pyramid was built as a tomb for Khufu and his consort. The pyramid is believed to have taken around 20 years to build and required around 100,000 workers. All this historical information will be more clear and relevant during your Egypt travel packages.
During your Cairo day tours you'll discover that the pyramids were not only built as tombs for the pharaohs but also as a means of ensuring their immortality. The ancient Egyptians believed that the pharaohs would continue to live after death and that their bodies needed to be preserved in order for them to do so. You will listen to a variety of Egyptian mythology that will amaze you, so do not miss the opportunity and book your favorite Egypt Luxury tours.
These ancient wonders continue to fascinate people around the world, and their purpose and construction remain one of the greatest mysteries of ancient history. If you are a historical person and interested in completing your Egypt cultural tours, book our amazing Saqqara and Dahshur day trip, you will be amazed by the Egyptian monuments and attractions.
Can you go inside or climb the pyramids of Giza?
It is currently not possible to climb the pyramids of Giza. Climbing the pyramids has been prohibited since the 1980s in order to protect the structures from damage and erosion. The structures are also considered sacred by the Egyptian government and climbing them is considered disrespectful.
It is possible to go inside the Great Pyramid of Giza during your Egypt Classic tours, you will also discover the Pyramid of Menkaure, which is the smallest of the three pyramids. During Egypt spiritual tours, you can access the pyramid through a narrow tunnel leading to the burial chamber of the pharaoh. However, the conditions inside the pyramid are cramped and can be quite challenging to navigate, and access is restricted to a limited number of visitors per day. It will be worth taking time to visit Giza pyramids during your Egypt budget tours.
It's important to note that the Egyptian Government has taken measures to preserve the pyramids and their surrounding areas, and access to the pyramids may be limited or restricted due to maintenance, conservation, or safety concerns. Visitors are encouraged to check with official sources for the most up-to-date information and guidelines. If you are interested to be updated all the time about the great pyramisa, follow our toursgate blogs.
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