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Which pharaoh does the head of the Great Sphinx of Giza represent?
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∙ 14y ago
Although the date of its construction is uncertain, the head of the Great Sphinx now is believed to be that of the pharaoh Khafra.
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Who is Pharaoh Khafra?
he built the great sphinx of giza
Why is the Great Sphinx of Giza important?
The Great Sphinx of Giza is important because it is one of The 7 Wonders of The World. It is also important because it is about 4500 years old. Also, because it was built for the pharaoh Kahfra by ancient Egyptians.
The Sphinx in Giza was modeled after who?
Pharaoh Khafra
When was the sphynx built?
The Great Sphinx of Giza was built during Khafra's reign as Pharaoh between 2558 BC and 2532 BC. The Sphinx is a lion's body with a human head, the face thought to represent Khafra.
How is the Great Sphinx used today?
There is very little actually known about Great Sphinx of Giza. It is thought that the statue was central to worship of the Sun in the Early Dynastic Period.
Why was the pyramid of giza build?
The Great Pyramid, which is located in Giza, Egypt, was built as a tomb for the pharaoh Khufu. He may also have been responsible for the Sphinx.
Where is the Sphinx?
The Famous great sphinx is located at Giza Plateau, however there are many Sphinx' located at temples in museams ect. all throughout Egypt and the world Ram-headed sphinx - Karnak, Luxor. Great sphinx - Giza There is two modern sphinx flanking Cleopatra's needle in London by the thames
What city is the great sphinx in Egypt?
The Great Sphinx is located in Giza, Egypt, land of the pyramids.
What dynasty was the Great Sphinx of Giza built in?
It is generally accepted that the Sphinx was built by Pharaoh Khafre - c2575 to c2465 BC - during the Old Kingdom, the age of the great pyramid builders.
Is great sphinx is in the France?
No. The Great Sphinx is at Giza in Egypt.
Were is the great sphinx of Giza located?
In Giza, Eypt
When was sphinx of Giza built?
The Great Sphinx of Giza was built earlier than 7000 B.C.
