Pyramids of Giza

The Pyramids of Giza , located near Al- Jizah , is a popular site in Egypt. This archaeological site located on the west bank of the Nile part of the Great Sphinx guarding the pyramids of Khufu ( Cheops Gr ) , Khafre ( Chephren Gr ) and Menkaure ( Mycerinus Gr ) - pyramids of all the prominent leaders of the Fourth Dynasty (circa 2550 BC). In front of the pyramid , there is a temple ruin , where users click photographs of the pyramids.

With height of 481.4 feet (147 meters), the Great Pyramid was the tallest man-made building until the 1800s . Visitors can enter the Great Pyramid through a passage in the brickwork. The pyramids still stand out for their amazing construction , with a high degree mathematical accuracy. It is constructed from limestone and granite. Many theories about how the pyramids were built without the help of modern machines have postulated.The mystery of the pyramids still not resolved .
The Great Pyramid is also called the Pyramid of Khufu ( Cheops) , after the Pharaoh who probably had the pyramids built . the other pyramids are called the Pyramid of Khafre and the Pyramid of Menkaure.
Each side of the Great Pyramid is oriented with the cardinal directions (north, south , east and west ) . the Great Cheops Pyramid consists of an estimated 2.3 million blocks of stone, and is estimated to weigh 5.75 million tonnes.
The Pyramid of Khafre ( Chephren ) , the second pyramid is located southwest of the pyramid of Cheops. Although it appears to be higher than the Great Pyramid, as it is on the top floor , this pyramid is actually lower than that of Cheops. This pyramid was built by Khufu 's son Khafre .
The third pyramid, the Pyramid of Menkaure ( Mycerinus ) , the smallest of the three, which means some 67m ( 220ft ) high, was initiated by Khafre 's son Menkaure.
In front of the Great Pyramid is the Sphinx , a statue of a creature with the body of a lion and the head of a man. The Sphinx , which is 20 meters ( 66 feet ) high and measures about 73.5 meters long, was probably carved over 4,500 years ago out of the sandstone.
The mystery of the pyramids has attracted many archaeologists to discover the secrets hidden in the toms . Dr. Zahi Hawass , former Minister of State for Antiquities and an Egyptian archaeologist , he has led several successful campaigns to unearth the secrets of the pyramids.
Some hieroglyphics have been found in the pyramids in one of the more recent expeditions .
There is a disputed theory known as "The Theory of Orion Correlation " proposed by Robert Bauval , author of " The Orion Mystery " which states that the layout of the three pyramids of Giza was inspired from three stars in Orion's belt .
The Pyramids of Giza with the architectural style of ancient Egypt to promote tourism in Egypt. People travel from around the world to see these wonderful sights . You can ride a camel , or just walk around and see the pyramids. Be sure to see the pyramids
Giza Sound and light show held at night. The Sphinx guarding the place for the evening show performed by the MISR Company for Sound, Light and Cinema . Book a tour to Egypt to enjoy the view of these wonders .

Travel Tip : Vendors , street vendors and resellers are more aggressive in the pyramids. Stay in a group to protect itself.
While in Egypt, you can also plan to visit the Museum Complex and Egyptian Pyramid of Saqqara located near the pyramids .
The Pyramids of Giza are a group of pyramids (also called the Pyramids of Giza ) that were built as tombs for the Egyptian royals .
The largest of the pyramids , known as the Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World .
Out of the three pyramids , the Great Pyramid of Cheops which was built by the pharaoh Khufu around 2560 BC , is the oldest and larger.

Pyramids of Giza Facts
The Giza Necropolis is located near Cairo , Egypt, in a town called Giza. Pyramids are about 25 kilometers ( 15 miles) away from the city ​​of Cairo in the desert and along the Nile River. From Cairo International Airport , you can hire a taxi to visit the Great Pyramids . metro Line 2 connects Cairo to Giza and the Giza station , you can take a taxi, bus or mini bus to the pyramids.
What are the coordinates of the Pyramids of Giza ?
The latitudinal and longitudinal ranges of the Pyramids of Giza are 29.9792 ° N, 31.1344 ° E.
To what extent are the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo ?
There are three suggested routes to reach the pyramids :
The route of the ring road : distance of about 22.4 km ; Estimated travel time : about 26 minutes.
The road and the Cairo - Alexandria desert highway route: distance of about 18.5 miles , estimated travel time : about 26
minutes.
The Nile Corniche and the bypass route : distance of about 22.4 km ; Estimated travel time : about 28 minutes.
To what extent are the Pyramids of Giza Sharm el- Sheikh?
The pyramids are located at a distance of about 526.4 kilometers from Sharm el- Sheikh. It takes about 5 hours and 59 minutes to get pyramids through road.

The best times to visit the Great Pyramids of Giza are during winter or spring, to avoid the intense desert heat in summer.
hours

Note : The Pyramid of Cheops is closed from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm .
tickets
General Admission Tickets include admission to the Valley Temple of Chephren Pyramid Hetepheres ( G1a ) , Pyramid of Meret - ites ( G1b )
Pyramid Henut -sen ( G1c ) , Idu 's tomb , the tomb of Qar , Seshemnefer grave , grave Sennedjem - Ib , the tomb of Pa -sen , the tomb of Ka- emankh and Tomb of Nen - sedjer -ka .

charges :
Egyptian : 2 LE (Students : 1 LE )
Overseas: 50 LE (Students : 25 LE)
Separate entrance to the Pyramid of Chephren Tickets, the pyramid of Cheops, and the Sound and Light Show.
charges :
Pyramid of Cheops Egypt : 20 LE (students 10 LE)
Overseas: 100 LE ( Students: 50 LE)
Only 150 tickets are sold during the morning and 150 after 1:00 pm for entry into the Pyramid of Cheops.
Pyramid of Khafre Egypt : 2 LE (Students : 1 LE )
Overseas: 25 LE (Students : 15 LE)
Update : Pyramid of Menkaure is closed .

What is inside the pyramids of Giza ?
Not the King's Chamber and Queen's Chamber inside the pyramids.
Why is the Great Pyramid of Giza 30 shorter than its original size feet?
The loss of the culmination and erosion caused the Great Pyramid of Giza 30 shorter than its original size feet.
How many sides does the Great Pyramid of Giza have?
It has four sides. The pyramid is built on a square platform and the four sides are inclined at a specific angle to meet at a point .

Can you climb the pyramids of Giza ?
Initially, the highly dangerous activity to climb the pyramids was a popular tourist activity . However, the government recently banned and climbing pyramids now considered a felony.

Suez Canal Travel Guide

The Suez Canal , sometimes called the route to India , is the link between Europe , Africa and Asia , connecting the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea. An artificial waterway , the Suez Canal is an impressive work of art that has facilitated international trade since its opening in 1869. A sum of 100 million dollars were spent in the construction of the canal. This channel single channel has two deaths knowledge areas . Ballah the bypass and the Great Bitter Lake .

 

Before the canal was built , cargo ships had to travel around the southern tip of Africa to make the trip from Europe to Asia , or the goods were to be transported by road. The waterway is controlled by Egypt, but under an international treaty so that its use is shared.

The Suez Canal takes more traffic and larger ships than the Panama Canal . It also significantly reduces the transit time being the shortest route between Europe and Asia.

The Suez Canal is named Qanat - Suways Arabic. Being one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world , the channel has become one of the most vital waterways in the world. The sea water circulates freely without passing this latch . The Authority of the Suez Canal in Egypt owns and maintains the channel .

To make the secure channel, the canal banks are supported by barriers to protect the channel against washing and waves due to frequent transit of ships. Ships move slowly in the channel to prevent soil erosion . The ideal way to see the canal is by boat or a cruise.

Waterfront Quarter , Military Museum , De Lesseps House, Museum of Ismailia , Suez Canal House, Lake Timsah and Garden stelae some interesting places to the channel.

Update: The Minister of Investment said recently that Egypt nailing a tender for the development of the Suez Canal at the end of November 2013.

Facts :
The Suez Canal was opened in November 1869.Today ( after expansion projects ) , the Suez Canal measuring 193.3 km ( 120.11 miles ) long and 205 meters ( 674 feet) wide, and about 24 meters ( 79 feet ) deep.

Where:
The Suez Canal is located in Egypt, which extends from Port Said to Port Tawfiq in Suez. As the channel is approximately 200 kilometers long, it is not frequently traveled by tourists and can be seen at various points along the way. Alternatively , cruises do not move down the Suez Canal for a complete experience. Otherwise, a good place to see the channel is at the Friendship Bridge , where it can be crossed near Port Said or Ismailia .

When :
High season in Egypt in winter , from December to February , when temperatures are cool , so close to the water Suez Channel temperatures are mild .

More Attractions : Cairo, Great Pyramids of Giza and Alexandria.