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The Quizzical Sphinx of Memphis, Egypt

on December 14, 2018

Join our optional tour while in Cairo, Egypt  to Memphis, the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom, founded by King Menes. Menes was the ruler of the first Egyptian dynasty and united the kingdoms of Upper and Lower Egypt. This ancient city is now an open-air museum highlighted by the great standing statue of Ramses II and this incredible Sphinx statue. Most of the city is in ruin and but it remains known as one of the oldest and most important cities in ancient Egypt. 

This week’s #g1photofriday was uploaded by user @airam94564 using the hashtag #gate1travel. This majestic photo was taken in Memphis, Egypt. Be sure to tag your photos on social media with #gate1travel or #g1photofriday to be featured. Check out Gate 1 Travel’s Egypt trips here!

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The Mysteries of Giza, Egypt

on July 20, 2018

The Great Sphinx is located in Giza, Egypt and is located just outside of Cairo, on the other side of the Nile. The statue is one of the most famous images in the world and sits right next to the Great Pyramids. The Sphinx is made of limestone and depicts the mythical ancient Egyptian creature with the head of a pharaoh and the body of a lion. Archaeologists estimate that the statue is around 4,500 years old and was created for the pharaoh Khafre.

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This week’s #g1photofriday was uploaded by user @shelleyawelch using the hashtag #gate1travel. This powerful view was taken of the Sphinx in Giza, Egypt. Be sure to tag your photos on social media with #gate1travel or #g1photofriday to be featured. Check out Gate 1 Travel’s Egypt trips here!