The Pyramids of Giza are in Egypt, near the city of Cairo. They are very famous and important from ancient times. They were built more than 4,500 years ago when the Pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure ruled. These big buildings were made as special graves for the Pharaohs and their wives. The biggest one is called the Great Pyramid of Khufu, and it is 138 meters tall. It was the tallest thing made by people in the world for more than 3,800 years. The Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx next to them were called a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979 because they are so important for their history and culture. Many people still visit them today to see how amazing ancient Egypt was.
- Where are the Pyramids of Giza located?
- How old are the Pyramids of Giza?
- Who were the Pyramids of Giza built for?
- What is the name of the largest pyramid?
- How tall is the Great Pyramid of Khufu?
- For how long was the Great Pyramid the tallest structure made by people?
- What other famous structure is located next to the Pyramids of Giza?
- When were the Pyramids of Giza recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site?
- Why were the Pyramids of Giza built?
- Why do people still visit the Pyramids of Giza today?
answers
- In Egypt, near Cairo.
- More than 4,500 years old.
- For the Pharaohs and their wives.
- The Great Pyramid of Khufu.
- 138 meters tall.
- For more than 3,800 years.
- The Great Sphinx.
- In 1979.
- As special graves for the Pharaohs.
- To see the amazing history and culture of ancient Egypt.