Name: Great Sphinx of Giza
Rating: 2

Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Get the App

Discover

Places to see

Egypt

Great Sphinx of Giza

Discover

Places to see

Egypt

Great Sphinx of Giza

Swiss_Naturelover recommended this place

Recommended by 4 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: ممفيس ومقبرتها منطقة الأهرام من الجيزة إلى دهشور

Save

Location: Egypt

Save

See hikes here

Take Me There

Routes here

Best Hikes to Great Sphinx of Giza

4.5

(2)

hikers

1. Sphinx Temple – Great Sphinx of Giza loop from Kom al Akhdar

11.2km

02:59

120m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Intermediate

Tips

Stephan N

October 10, 2024

The Great Sphinx of Giza is a sculpture of a man with the body of a lion. The ancient Greeks called it the "Sphinx" because it resembled the winged monster from Greek mythology. To the Arabs, it was known as Abu Al-Hol, which translates to "Father of Terror."

The Sphinx was carved out of the bedrock along the causeway that connected the Pyramid of Khafre to its Valley Temple. Therefore, it is likely that it was carved during the reign of Khafre (c. 2558–2532 BC). It is also believed that the face of the Sphinx was modeled on the facial features of the Pharaoh Khafre.

The Sphinx is oriented west to east and is 73 m long and 20 m high.

Source:

pyramid-of-giza.com/en/grosse-sphinx-von-gizeh

Translated by Google •

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Details

Informations

Elevation 50 m

Weather

Today

Friday 3 October

32°C

20°C

0 %

If you start your activity now...

Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

See hikes here

Take Me There

Location: Egypt

Great Sphinx of Giza

1. Sphinx Temple – Great Sphinx of Giza loop from Kom al Akhdar

Other Popular Places to Check Out

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️