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Why is the great sphinx at Giza?
Because it was built there as part of a complex.
In which part of Egypt are the great pyramid and Sphinx?
Near today's Cairo.
In which part of Egypt the great pyramids and Sphinx?
Near today's Cairo.
Limestone structure part man part lion?
In Greek mythology, Sphinx was the creature with a lion body and human head. The Great Sphinx structure is in Giza, Egypt.
What is the best known sphinx?
The Great Sphinx of Giza which is part of the Giza Necropolis that stands on the Giza Plateau, on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt.
What part of Egypt are the great pyramid and sphinx located?
Both the Great Sphinx and the Great Pyramids are located in the archaeological site of Giza Necropolis, 15 miles south of Cairo. There are three pyramids, the Sphinx, cemeteries, an industrial complex and workers villages at this archaological site.
Is the sphinx made up of animal or human?
Both. The sphinx is part woman, part lion.
What museum in Great Britain has the Rosetta Stone and Elgin Marbles as a part of its exhibits?
The British Museum, London.
What animal does the sphinx?
part lion part human
Why was the Great Sphinx of Giza built?
The Sphinx served as a protector or guardian to the Pyramids, most especially the pyramid of Khefre (Khafra), son of Khufu. It's believed that the face on the Sphinx is of this pharaoh himself.
What animal does the sphinx repersent?
part lion part human
Why was the Great Sphinx built to guard and protect the Great Pyramids of Giza?
Generally the role of sphinxes was as temple guardians; they were placed in association with architectural structures such as royal tombs or religious temples. The great Sphinx is positioned at the Temple of the Sphinx and at the end of the cause way leading from the Funerary Temple of Khafre.
