Giza

　　Giza is located on the west bank of the Nile River, 20 kilometers southwest of Cairo. It is the third-largest city in Egypt and is now part of the Cairo metropolitan area, serving as the capital of Giza Governorate. The city is famous for having some of the world’s most renowned ancient ruins, the most iconic of which are the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, along with many other ancient structures.

　　The Giza Pyramid Complex refers to a vast area of tombs located on the Giza Plateau, on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979 and was honored as an Honorary New Wonder of the World on July 7, 2007. The complex mainly consists of three large pyramids, the largest of which is the Great Pyramid of Khufu. It is also the oldest and the only surviving structure among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and now features the nearby Solar Boat Museum. The second-largest is the Pyramid of Khafre, and the smallest is the Pyramid of Menkaure. In addition, near these three main pyramids are the famous Great Sphinx and three smaller pyramids belonging to queens.

　　Giza Reason to visit: Egypt’s third-largest city Continent: Africa 【Africa】 Country/Region: Egypt [Egypt] Province/State: Giza Governorate [Giza Governorate] City: Giza [Giza]