Tour inside the Pyramid

Tour inside the Pyramid | Egypt

Welcome to “Art, Culture & Books” with me Anthony King. Today I’ll be taking you on a little tour inside the middle Pyramid at the Pyramids of Giza. The pyramid of Khafre is the second-tallest and second-largest of the 3 Ancient Egyptian Pyramids and the tomb of the Fourth-Dynasty pharaoh Khafre who ruled around 2550 BC. The mysterious Pyramids of Giza are some of the most magnificent structures ever created. There isn’t much I can add so I thought that it might be an idea just to enjoy them through some videos that I recently filmed. I’ve visited the Pyramids of Giza four times in my life and every time I’ve been I’ve taken my time to take in the scene and really think about what I was seeing. Every time I have been convinced that these structures really are built by humans four to five thousand years ago with unlimited funds and a large amount of manpower – that’s not to take away from the majesty and incredible mystery of the location, which obviously includes some kind of astronomical information encoded within the layout and structures all over the Giza plateau. My Cairo series should not be construed as a recommendation of anything other than the art from an aesthetic viewpoint. If you do decide to travel to Cairo, you should exercise extreme caution. If you decide to travel to the Pyramids you should almost certainly only do so with a professional authentic tour group. By the way, I initially intended to film entering the Pyramid all the way to the center and back out again but as our luck would have it, we had a gentleman in front of us who, well … let’s say, had his trousers rather low and as you have to crouch inside the tunnels – it really wasn’t a great sight at all. I had a young girl and mother behind me so I thought it best that on this occasion, I “take it on the chin”, as we say in London… although on this occasion maybe a little too literally. However, I’ll cut him out as best as we can so you get as much of the experience as you can, with the raw original sound too. Going inside the Pyramids of Giza is quite exciting! Join me …

The Khafre Pyramid, also known as the Pyramid of Chephren, is one of the most iconic structures in Egypt’s Giza Plateau. Built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom, this ancient pyramid stands at an impressive height of 143.5 meters (471 feet) and was constructed using limestone blocks. It is the second tallest pyramid in Giza, surpassed only by the Great Pyramid of Khufu. The Khafre Pyramid was commissioned by Pharaoh Khafre, who ruled Egypt from 2558 to 2532 BC. It is believed to have been built as a tomb to house the Pharaoh’s mummified body and treasures for the afterlife. Like other pyramids of the era, it symbolized the Pharaoh’s divine status and served as a monument to his power and authority. The pyramid’s exterior was originally covered in smooth, polished limestone casing stones, giving it a gleaming appearance. However, much of the casing stones have been removed over time, leaving the core structure exposed. The Pyramid of Khafre is distinguishable by the remnants of the casing stones that still remain near its peak. The pyramid’s interior features a complex network of passageways and chambers, including a burial chamber. The burial chamber is located beneath the pyramid’s apex and was designed to protect the Pharaoh’s sarcophagus. Despite being looted in ancient times, remnants of the Pharaoh’s funerary equipment were discovered in the pyramid, including fragments of a granite statue depicting Khafre. The Khafre Pyramid is surrounded by other notable structures, including the Great Sphinx and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Together, these structures form a remarkable complex that showcases the architectural prowess and grandeur of ancient Egypt. In conclusion, the Khafre Pyramid is a magnificent testament to the ancient Egyptian civilization’s architectural achievements. As one of the most recognized landmarks in the world, it continues to captivate visitors with its imposing presence and rich historical significance.