Giza Governorate Sightseeing and archaeological areas
if you are planning for a visit to Egypt ,and want to know where to go in Egypt ,I have the pleasure to show you the best places in Egypt and to show you what may need to know about Egypt's cities with the eye of private Egyptian tour guide , Giza is the third largest city in Egypt, Giza (/ˈɡiːzə/; sometimes spelled Gizah, Gizeh, Geeza (Men-nefer, today the village of Mit Rahina), which was the capital city of the unified Egyptian state during the reign of pharaoh Narmer, roughly 3100 BC. Giza is most famous as the location of the Giza Plateau, the site of some of the most impressive ancient monuments in the world, including a complex of ancient Egyptian royal mortuary and sacred structures, among which are the Great Sphinx, the Great Pyramid of Giza, and a number of other large pyramids and temples. Giza has always been a focal point in Egypt's history due to its location close to Memphis, the ancient pharaonic
Giza is located on the west bank of the Nile River, some 20 km (12.43 mi) southwest of central Cairo. Along with Shubra El-Kheima, Cairo and Helwan, Giza is located near the northeast border of this governorate in coordinates. It is located right on the banks of the River Nile.
Giza has seen many changes over time. Changes in infrastructure during the different occupations of Egypt by various rulers, including the British in the 18th and early 20th century, focused on the construction of roads, streets, and buildings in the area.Giza is thriving center of Egyptian culture and is quite heavily populated,with many facilities and buildings in the current Egyptian government due to the city’s importance in tourism
Industries here include movies, chemicals, machinery and cigarettes. In addition, Giza has many luxury apartment buildings along the Nile, making it a popular place to live
Giza Sightseeing and archaeological areas
Giza Sightseeing is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in ancient history and culture. Located on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt, Giza home to the famous Great Pyramids and the Sphinx. Visitors can explore the pyramids and learn about the fascinating history of the pharaoh built them, as well as enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding desert landscape. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience. Get ready for wonderful tours with me as your private tour guide .lets know some information about Giza sightseeing with an eye of local Egyptian tour guide, I am Muhamed Amien, Egyptian tour guide.lets have a look on Giza city most important places to visit and to take a tour inside.
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The Grand Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is an archaeological museum under construction in Giza, Egypt, about 2 kilometres (1.2 miles) from the Giza pyramid complex. The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM will host over 100,000 artifacts from ancient Egyptian civilization, including the complete Tutankhamun collection, and many pieces will be displayed for the first time. With 81,000 m2 (872,000 sq ft) of floor space, The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM ) will be the world's largest archeological museum.
The Pyramids
The Pyramids of Giza consist of the Great Pyramid of Giza (known as the Great Pyramid and the Pyramid of Cheops or Khufu), the somewhat smaller Pyramid of Khafre (or Chephren) a few hundred meters to the south-west, and the relatively modest-sized Pyramid of Menkaure (or Mykerinos) a few hundred meters further south-west.
Cheops’s Pyramid
Cheops's pyramid complex consists of a Valley Temple now buried beneath the village of Nazlet el-Samman; basalt paving and limestone walls have been found but the site has not been excavated. The Valley Temple was connected to a causeway which was largely destroyed when the village was constructed. The Causeway led to the Mortuary Temple of Khufu. read more
Kephren's pyramid
Kephren's pyramid complex consists of a Valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple and the king's pyramid. The Valley Temple yielded several statues of Khafre. Several were found in a well in the floor of the temple in 1860. Others were found during successive excavations. read more
Menkaure pyramid
Menkaure's pyramid complex consists of a Valley Temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king's pyramid. The Valley Temple contained several statues of Menkaure. read more
The pyramid of Zoser
Step—pyramid and has mortuary compound, built by the architect Imhotep for king Zoser the first of the Ill Dynasty pharaohs. It is of the mastaba—type pyramids. read more
The Sphinx
The Sphinx dates to the reign of king Khafre. A chapel was located between its forepaws. During the New Kingdom Amenhotep Il dedicated a new temple to Hauron-Haremakhet and this structure was added onto by later rulers. read more
Tomb of Queen Khentkaus I
Khentkaus I was buried in Giza. Her tomb is known as LG 100 and G 8400 and is located in the Central Field, near the pyramid of Menkaure. The pyramid complex of Queen Khentkaus includes: her pyramid, a boat pit, a Valley Temple and a pyramid town. read more
King Kephren Solar Boats
Various parts of a large boat made of cedar wood were discovered in a very good condition. Many of its implements were with it and it measured 43.5 m. longe The boats are now housed in a special museum south of the pyramid of Cheops. read more
