The Great Sphinx of Giza - All You Need To Know! Ancient Egypt for Kids | History for Kids
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The Great Sphinx of Giza, crafted over 4500 years ago, stands at 73 meters high and long, guarding the pyramid tombs of Giza with its lion's body and human head, resembling Pharaoh Khafre. Uncovered in 1930 after being buried under sand up to its neck, this monolith statue continues to hold mysteries with hidden tunnels and passages.
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- The Great Sphinx of Giza, created over 4500 years ago, stands at 73 meters high and long, guarding the pyramid tombs of Giza with its lion's body and human head, believed to resemble Pharaoh Khafre.
- Uncovered from sandstorms in 1930 by archaeologist Salim Hassan, the Great Sphinx, carved from limestone, holds hidden tunnels and passages, shrouding it in mystery despite being one of many Sphinx statues in Egypt.
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Recent questions
How old is the Great Sphinx of Giza?
Approximately 4500 years old
What materials were used to create the Great Sphinx?
Limestone, chisels, and hammers
Who is believed to have built the Great Sphinx?
Pharaoh Khafre
What colors were originally painted on the Great Sphinx?
Red, blue, and yellow
When was the Great Sphinx of Giza uncovered from the sand?
1930
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Mysterious Great Sphinx of Giza Unveiled
- The Great Sphinx of Giza, one of the largest ancient statues, was carved from a single piece of limestone over 4500 years ago. Situated on the Giza plateau, it stands at 73 meters high and long, facing the sunrise to guard the pyramid tombs of Giza.
- The Sphinx, with a lion's body and a human head, is believed to have been built under Pharaoh Khafre's rule, resembling his face. It took three years to create using chisels and hammers, and was once painted in red, blue, and yellow, with a braided beard that eroded over time.
- Buried under sand up to its neck due to sandstorms, the Great Sphinx was freed in 1930 by archaeologist Salim Hassan. Despite many Sphinx statues in Egypt, this monolith statue remains a mystery, with hidden tunnels and passages that some believe hold ancient secrets.
