Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur

　　Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur are located around the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Egypt, and include rock-cut tombs, rock-hewn tombs, temples, and pyramids, considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The construction site of the pyramids and the Sphinx, Giza, is so sacred in every blade of grass and tree that, even after thousands of years, it remains largely unchanged. The pyramids of Giza, with their grand appearance, are situated on a plateau and face the old city of Cairo across the Nile River.

　　On the easternmost side of the Giza Plateau stands the Sphinx and its associated temples. In addition, there are six smaller pyramids on the Giza Plateau, also used as burial sites, where high-ranking officials and nobles may have been laid to rest. The ancient architectural complex of Giza is a coherent whole, with everything designed to deify the deceased pharaohs, nobles, and death itself. Some remnants of this ancient complex are still being discovered today. The base of the pyramids is square, with four equal triangular sides facing outward, resembling the Chinese character "金" (gold), hence the Chinese translation as “金字塔” (Golden Pyramids).

　　For thousands of years, the pyramids and the Sphinx of ancient Egypt have stood in the Libyan Desert on the southern outskirts of Giza, Egypt. These wonders of human architectural history seem to convey a message from a distant era.

　　Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur Must-visit reason: The most mysterious necropolis and pyramids Continent: Africa Country/Region: Egypt Province/State: Giza Governorate