Today’s stops were the amazing sites of Saqqara and Giza, both know for their pyramids. The Saqqara location is truly outstanding, as it has access to a couple of tombs with amazing hieroglyphs and decorations. Not to be overlooked are the tomb of Kagemni, a vizier under pharaoh Teti, and the tomb of Teti. The latter is under a crumbled step-pyramid, where the burial chamber is accessible through a rather confining underground passage. Lots more to be feature about the Saqqara complex.
Today, let’s take a look at the rather well-known pyramids at Giza…
In this image you can see the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure from left to right. Each of these are imposing structures within their own right, and seeing all of them together is magnificent with Greater Cairo in the background.
The Giza site is incredibly busy, as it is the biggest magnet for pyramid enthusiasts; Saqqara was not as busy and for my money more enjoyable!
More features on all of these are to come!
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