Things to do in Giza

The Zawiya Gate, one of the best-preserved medieval city gates in Cairo's Old City, was built in 1092 during the Fatimid dynasty and has a history of over a thousand years. Passing through the bustling crowds, you unexpectedly arrive at the entrance beneath an inconspicuous city wall. Most Egyptian attractions charge an entrance fee, and this one is no exception. There weren't many people inside, making it remarkably quiet. The towers aren't large; climbing the steps offers a panoramic view of the entire market. The towers are open to the public, but the interior is extremely narrow, barely wide enough for one person to climb. After wandering around and around, emerging from the towers is a truly breathtaking experience. Despite the small height, the perspective is completely different. However, the entire city appears dilapidated, decaying, and somewhat noisy. From certain angles, it truly feels like post-war Syria; it's hard to imagine that Cairo is still a major metropolis.

Pyramid of Khafre 🏯 stands as one of the most magnificent monuments on the Giza Plateau, second only in size to the Great Pyramid but equally awe-inspiring. ✨ Built for Pharaoh Khafre, it still retains traces of its original limestone casing near the top, giving visitors a glimpse of its ancient glory. 🏜️ With the Great Sphinx guarding nearby, the pyramid creates a breathtaking scene that blends mystery and majesty. 🌌 Exploring this wonder, you can truly feel the power and brilliance of Egypt’s ancient civilization. A must-visit for anyone seeking the magic of the pharaohs! 🌟

One of the most beautiful ancient synagogues in the world. Learn about Judaism in Egypt. No longer open for prayer or worship. Just as a tourist attraction. Beautifully restored building. But not enough information about the history and building function. Pity: no photography allowed!

开罗塔作为埃及的标志性建筑，确实拥有一定的历史文化价值。然而，在游览体验方面，它并没有给我留下深刻印象。塔内的设施稍显老旧，且维护似乎并未做到尽善尽美。登上塔顶后，视野开阔，但受制于城市发展，周边的景观并不十分吸引人。对于历史爱好者来说，或许这里还有一些吸引力，但对于寻求刺激的旅行者，可能就显得有些平淡无奇了

The Pyramid of Menkaure is a very typical large pyramid. The whole pyramid looks very distinctive. It is also a representative among the many pyramids in Cairo. There are quite a lot of tourists, and the tour buses parked at each pyramid are very lively.

Egypt has some Ottoman Empire genes. It is a military-built country. The military is very powerful, and industrialization is basically based on the military's strength. They have a committee similar to the Military Commission. They nominate the Minister of Defense. The president cannot deny it, so the military can only decide who to replace him. There are more than 20 governors, and 17 of them are retired military personnel.

Memphis has been the only capital of Egypt since 3100 BC, with a history of 800 years. It was not until the New Kingdom that Thebes shared the country's administrative and religious leadership with it. It is now more like a domestic township. The Memphis Museum is probably the smallest museum in Egypt. There are two main collections. One is the statue of Ramses II, the third king of the 19th Dynasty, a famous Egyptian ruler. This exquisite statue is carved from a whole rock and was originally 14 meters high. Now the legs and left arm have been broken. Although it is incomplete, the statue's hat, the patterns on the clothes and the hieroglyphs on the arms are still clearly visible after more than 3,200 years. In particular, the statue of the queen on the inner thigh of the stone statue must be carefully looked at. It is recommended to take photos on the second floor to take a panoramic view. The other is the second largest Sphinx in Egypt, carved from 80 tons of stone, and there are some broken stone sculptures standing quietly around. The small garden not far away, with swaying coconut trees, adds a touch of greenery to the desolation.

First pyramid ever built. Really worthwhile if you have half day available.

step pyramid is the obvious but there are other pyramids which are beautiful inside!