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When did the pyramid of Giza get called the pyramid of Giza?
Because it is now situated near to the city of Giza, Really when it was called Giza, it was not a city, it was the end o of crossing the desert to arrive Nile valley, then crossing the last 10 chilometers from pyramids to arrive tha Nile itself then crossing it to go to Cairo city, or Fustat or Qataii cities who were the first arabic capitals of Egypt before building Cairo ( now they are small area of Cairo today ) At that time it was no city called Giza, Giza means cross, crossing the street, cross anything to arrive to other, zso pyramids were a sign to Arab travellers that they will cross the last area of their long travel and will arrive to the city.
What was the purpose of the pyramids of Giza?
According to prevailing archaeological theory because there is absolutely no evidence to confirm this idea, the three pyramids on the Giza plateau are funerary structures of three kings of the fourth dynasty.
What is the Giza plateua?
Arguably, the most famous three pyramids in the world are the ones at the Giza Plateau, which I have been lucky enough to actually see myself. (And go in the middle one and on the Great one, but I won't brag!) The first one, The Great Pyramid, was the grandest, apparently, and housed the mummified corpse of the pharaoh Khufu, or Cheops. The second one, which looks the largest but is actually just built on higher ground, belonged to that of Kephren. The last, smallest one was that of Mankaure's. (Also Menkaura) There were three smaller pyramids near this one, apparently belonging to his wife.
Where can someone go to learn more about the Egyptian pyramids?
Learning about the ancient Egyptian pyramids can be a fun experience. You can probably find some documentary videos on the pyramids. Check your local museums for displays and information on ancient Egyptian pyramids.
Did pyramids keep the goods safe?
Yes, Pyramids keep the Goods safe so that they can go to the under worlds and become a different person agian. Well at least that is what all of the egyptians thought that is why the make the pyramids to keep there souls safe from robbers.
Where did they get the limestone to build the pyramids at Giza?
Most of the limestone used to build the Giza pyramids was quarried locally.
Why do people visit the pyramids of Giza?
people go to Giza because it's cool like that!
Why they built pyramid of Giza?
The pyramids of Giza were built by three, fourth dynasty kings of Egypt to serve as burial chambers. The pyramids also served another purpose, it was believed that the point on the pyramid allowed the spirit to be directed towards the Gods (where it could be judged) and the small passages which can be found inside the pyramid are possible shafts where the Ba (spirit) could leave the dead to go to the afterlife. The pyramids at Giza however were no knew idea, the Pharaoh, Sneferu (3rd Dynasty) had built the 'step pyramid' at Saqqara, for a similar purpose.
How do you get in the sphinx?
You can not go in as a tourist. The only way to go in is if you have special permission from specialists in Egypt. Although, you can go in the Pyramids of Giza right next to it.
How do you go to Egypt on nabooti island?
Egypt is the location of Giza (the pyramids and the Sphinx). Once you get the map from the museum, fly along the upper area of Africa.
Are people allowed to go inside the pyramids?
Some, very few because of their importance.
Why would people go to Cairo Egypt?
Most people go to Cairo Egypt because of the historical sites and landmarks. The most famous of all sites are the ancient Pyramids of Giza.
When did the pyramid of Giza get called the pyramid of Giza?
Because it is now situated near to the city of Giza, Really when it was called Giza, it was not a city, it was the end o of crossing the desert to arrive Nile valley, then crossing the last 10 chilometers from pyramids to arrive tha Nile itself then crossing it to go to Cairo city, or Fustat or Qataii cities who were the first arabic capitals of Egypt before building Cairo ( now they are small area of Cairo today ) At that time it was no city called Giza, Giza means cross, crossing the street, cross anything to arrive to other, zso pyramids were a sign to Arab travellers that they will cross the last area of their long travel and will arrive to the city.
How are the Ancient Pyramids of Egypt used today?
They are used for tourisim. People can go and explore in them.
Do you have to go through the Nile river to go to Giza?
yes you do you have to cross the nile river to bet to the giza pyaramid of egypt
What do you do after you open the door on Giza?
you go in
How do you get to Giza on nabooti island?
Get the map from the museum and go to the plane. Fly to Giza (at the top of your map of Africa).
