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Egypt is a treasure trove of architectural wonders from its ancient history, such as the Pyramids of Giza and the Luxor Temples, making these two among the most iconic symbols for this great civilization. These massive structures show not only that ancient Egyptians were intricate builders but also give an idea of their cultic practices, cultural lifestyles and what they have left as legacy.

The first pyramid on the list is The Pyramids of Giza

Some of the most popular and revered monuments in the world are called The Pyramids of Giza. These pyramids were erected during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom about 4,500 years ago and remain a testament to Egypt’s ancient splendor and architectural brilliance.

It is biggest and oldest pyramid at Giza which used to be called The Great Pyramid of Khufu

The tallest one at 146.6 meters (481 feet), it was originally named Cheops’ Pyramid or The Great Pyramid. For over 3,800 years it was considered as human’s highest man-made construction. It was probably made to serve as a grave for Pharaoh Khufu’s dead body; each block consists between 5 -15 tons weighing limestone blocks totaling around 2.3 million that were used to make it. Even today engineers along with archeologists are astounded by how accurately pyramids were built.

Another son Khufu had was Pharaoh Khafre who had his own pyramid named after him.

Secondly, there is Pharaoh Khafre’s pyramid which was built by his father King Khufu but smaller than his own. It appears taller because it stands on slightly higher ground compared with that of Khufu’s. The Pyramid ofKhafre houses perhaps one of the most popular images linked to pharaonic society: The Great Sphinx-a colossal limestone statue with lion’s body and pharaoh ‘s head thought to represent Khafre himself, which serves as the guardian of Giza Plateau.

The last one is called The Pyramid of Menkaure

The third and final pyramid is that of Pharaoh Menkaure, Khufu’s grandson. In terms of size it may not compete with its two “brothers” but still can impress anyone. Unlike other pyramids it was originally covered in granite and not limestone, a much harder and costlier material to manipulate.

It required intensive labor, resources and planning to put up these tombs since they were part of an extensive complex comprising temples, causeways and small pyramids meant for queens. More than being mausoleums though, these structures were also intended to assist the pharaohs in making their way into life after death, which indicated Egyptians’ conviction about the existence of eternal life. Day Trip to Pyramids by Trips 2 Deal is the best one to explore the pyramids of Egypt.

 

The Temples of Luxor

 

It is also home to some other great temples and monuments of ancient Egypt that led Luxor to be sometimes referred to as “the greatest open-air museum on earth”. At the time of antiquity, Luxor was known as Thebes being situated on the eastern bank of River Nile functioning as religious well political capital for Egypt throughout New Kingdom (circa 1550-1070 BC).

The Karnak Temple Complex: 

Among them, none matches Karnak which is one big temple complex in Egypt. It was devoted mostly to Amun-Ra over thousands of years as he was regarded as their chief god by Theban worshippers for many centuries. It comprises several temples, shrines, gateways and obelisks. Notably among all this is Hypostyle Hall – one massive hall made up of 134 columns, some reaching heights of 69 feet (21 meters). These columns are adorned with carvings that depict pharaohs paying homage to deities and celebrating their divine sovereignty; they are weighty and convoluted.

Luxor Temple: 

Located right at the center of modern Luxor city, Luxor Temple was devotedly serving its worshipers for over a thousand years before it ceased being a sanctuary. Though unlike Karnak which was a sacred place, Luxor Temple held royal events including crowning ceremonies for pharaohs. The temple complex is linked to Karnak through Avenue of Sphinxes –a long avenue lined by sphinx statues which once ran nearly three kilometers or about two miles or so-long distance. Amenhotep III built this temple complex while Ramses II added his statues at its entrance—the colossal ones representing himself while beside them stood two obelisks. One obelisk remains there standing still in Paris’ Place de la Concorde.

The Valley Of Kings: 

An essential part of Luxor’s ancient history albeit not temples but Valley Of Kings lies on the west banks of river Nile. During the New Kingdom this valley was used as a burial place for both the Pharaohs and nobles. In 1922, Tutankhamun’s grave was discovered here, and it contained a treasure trove of material things that show how much wealth the pharaohs had at their disposal.

The temples of Luxor and the pyramids of Giza are more than architectural marvels; they are testaments to the religious beliefs of ancient Egyptians, their devotion towards gods, and their longing for an afterlife. These monuments still enthrall tourists around the world today, providing an insight into a civilization that has long gone past but its heritage lives on.

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