Perched on Egypt’s Giza Plateau, the Giza Pyramid Complex—also known as the Giza Necropolis—is home to some of ancient Egypt’s most iconic landmarks. Among them are the Great Pyramid of Giza, the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, their accompanying complexes, and the famed Great Sphinx. Constructed during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom, the site also includes ancient burial grounds and the remnants of a workers’ village that once accommodated those who built these monumental wonders.

The Great Sphinx of Giza, often simply called the Sphinx, is a massive limestone statue depicting a reclining sphinx—a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human. Facing east, it stands proudly on the Giza Plateau, located on the west bank of the Nile River in Giza, Egypt.

Papyrus, regarded as an early predecessor of the modern book, is thought to have originated in Egypt as early as the First Dynasty. It was crafted from the papyrus plant, which once flourished along the fertile banks of the Nile River.

The Cairo Tower stands as a modern icon of Egypt’s capital, renowned for its distinctive lattice design inspired by the lotus flower. Located in the contemporary district of Zamalek, this telecommunications tower rises to a height of 187 meters, offering both function and architectural elegance.

Tahrir Square (Midan Al-Tahrir), one of Cairo’s most prominent and historic public spaces, lies at the heart of the city. Originally named Khedive Ismail Square, it was renamed "Tahrir," meaning "liberation," after the July 23rd Revolution of 1952, which marked the fall of the monarchy and the birth of the republic. In recognition of its deep historical and symbolic importance as one of Cairo’s oldest squares and a centerpiece of modern Egypt, the government launched a major redevelopment project. Tahrir Square has also played a pivotal role as the epicenter of both the January 25 and June 30 revolutions.

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