[Egypt Travel] The cutest big cat in the desert 🐈 The Great Sphinx of Giza

The Great Sphinx of Giza is one of Egypt's most iconic ancient statues. Standing before the Giza Pyramids, it faces east to greet the rising sun. A massive stone sculpture with the body of a lion and the face of a pharaoh, it measures approximately 73 meters long and 20 meters tall. It is said to symbolize the pharaoh's lion-like strength and his duty to protect his people. A closer look reveals a graceful tail curled behind the statue, adding not only majesty but also a touch of animalistic spirit and endearment. The face is said to be carved in the image of the Old Kingdom pharaoh Khafre. Despite weathering and damage (most notably to the nose), its former majesty and mystery remain. The Sphinx, long considered a mythical guardian of the pyramids, has sat quietly in the desert for thousands of years, a symbol of ancient Egyptian wisdom, power, and faith. More than just stone, it resembles a mysterious, slumbering cat, guarding the legends of the Nile and the glory of the pharaohs. #Egypt #egypt #SeptemberDestinations2025