Pyramid of Khafre

The Pyramids and the museum

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December 15th 2008
A much more relaxed start to the day was let down by the oppressive musty furnishings and poor breakfast served in our hotel. More people had joined our combined group and 22 of us got on the bus to take us to the Giza. On this occasion the company had outdone itself and we had an excellent guide who was both informative and interesting. He also helpfully advised us how to avoid and get rid of the ... read more

Africa » Egypt » Lower Egypt » Cairo

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The regularity and richness of the annual Nile River flood, coupled with semi-isolation provided by deserts to the east and west, allowed for the development of one of the world's great civilizations. A unified kingdom arose circa 3200 B.C. and a ser... ... read more