Our motley crew - all eight of us - visited the pyramids at Giza on Tuesday. There are three large pyramids and several small ones. Tourists are permitted into the two larger pyramids, but the third one is closed to help maintain the integrity of the structure. The first pyramid, the Great Pyramid or Cheops, is the oldest and largest and is the only remaining building of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. We waited in line for tickets to make sure we were able to go inside. Not a whole lot inside - just stale air, lots of climbing and darkness.
After touring the pyramids and seeing the Sphinx - all of which were smaller than I anticipated - three of the eight of us decided to ride camels to the top of a hill to get a better view. Camels are a lot bumpier than I had imagined and they can go relatively fast as well. One person with us actually got bucked off his camel - but he landed on the sand and was alright. We then stayed around to see a light show at the pyramids.
The Great Pyramid
The Sphinx and the Great Pyramid
After touring the pyramids and seeing the Sphinx - all of which were smaller than I anticipated - three of the eight of us decided to ride camels to the top of a hill to get a better view. Camels are a lot bumpier than I had imagined and they can go relatively fast as well. One person with us actually got bucked off his camel - but he landed on the sand and was alright. We then stayed around to see a light show at the pyramids.
Riding a Camel
The Pyramids at Giza
An elephant and a camel. What's your next challenge?
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