Great Pyramid of Giza

Pyramid of Cheops - the largest of the three pyramids of Egypt in Giza. She is considered one of the seven wonders of the world, which has survived to the present day. Pyramid of Cheops - a masterpiece of engineering and architecture. It is assumed that its construction took 20 years. 

Great Pyramid of Khufu, called Akhet, ie relating to the horizon. Earlier, at the top of the pyramid shone gilded stone, and its height is greater than 140 meters. The sides of the pyramid were faced with a hard white limestone. However, residents of Cairo have removed cladding and stone to rebuild the city after the re-invasion of the Arabs. Inside the pyramid were found three burial room. They are called the big gallery, Pharaoh's Chamber and the Queen's Chamber. There is also found a lot of pictures and inscriptions telling about the customs and traditions of the ancient Egyptians.

The Pyramid of Khufu at Giza is near Cairo. You can get there by taxi from the capital.