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The pyramids of Giza were built as a housing for the remains of wealthy and powerful Egyptians of that historical period. Egyptian funeral practices were wildly extravagant.
Steve Martin composed and performed a very lovely song on this topic, called "King Tut".
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∙ 14y agoBuilt for the fourth Dynasty King Khufu over 20 years around 2560 BC. A burial tomb.
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∙ 10y agoBecause the pharaohs decided that their slaves weren't doing enough work and decided to get them to make a giant idol for the slaves and the pharaohs
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How did they build the Great Sphinx of Giza?
The Great King Khafreh built it and he sculpted it out of natural rock
How long did it take to build the Great Sphinx of Giza?
The exact date of the building of the Great Sphinx of Giza is unknown. However, it is believed that the Sphinx was built in or around 2500 BC.
What city is the great sphinx in Egypt?
The Great Sphinx is located in Giza, Egypt, land of the pyramids.
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
Did the slaves or farmers build the sphinx?
From what i heard i believe the farmers built the pyramids and the Great Sphinx or Giza when there crops got flodded or had time.
When was sphinx of Giza built?
The Great Sphinx of Giza was built earlier than 7000 B.C.
Where is the great sphinx of Giza located today?
In Giza, Egypt
Is the great sphinx of Giza cursed?
the sphinx is my lover and we are happy.
Who were the Sphinx's and what did they do?
The Sphinx was to be the guardian of the tombs in the Great Pyramids of Giza.
What is the common name of the sphinx landmark?
The Great Sphinx of Giza.
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.
