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The Great Sphinx symbolizes the greatness of Ancient Egypt. As a guardian of the tombs of Valley of the Kings, its meaning is absolute; but its origins are questioned.

A sphinx is a figure, usually depicted as a lioness or lion with a human-head, but occasionally they were created with the head of an animal or god.

A scrambling circuit around Great Gable, discovering Napes Needle and Sphinx Rock cannot be found in many guide books yet makes for a fantastically challenging day out

The pyramids and wind-swept sands of the Giza plateau have come to symbolize the ancient glorly and mystery of Egypt, originally a vast necropolis and thriving complex.

The pyramids were constructed as burial tombs for Egyptian leaders. The most famous pyramids were built about 4,500 years ago along the Nile River on the Giza Plateau.

Once you've made it to Cairo, here is the information you need to make a successful trip to the Egyptian Pyramids!

Some of the best known monuments in the world occupy the Giza Plateau in Egypt. These are the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure as well as the Great Sphinx.

Modern Cairo has a history as old as time. Mosques, churches and museums compete for attention with Shisha pipes, a pulsating nightlife and belly dancers.

Africa has it all as a vacation destination. Safaris, adventure, culture, shopping, eco-tours, beach holidays, history or just to get away to a different culture.

The Great Pyramids of Giza are Egypt's treasure, and an impressive sight. There are many other attractions on this Plateau just outside of Cairo, like the Boat Museum.

Yeats' "The Second Coming" does not depict the universe as only or totally chaotic, yet it does complain that things seem to be heading in that direction.

Esperanza or yellow bells, with green foliage and brilliant yellow trumpet-like flowers, are desert plants, but can be just as at home in a backyard garden.

Acclaimed author Esther Friesner talks about why she writes, who to invite to dinner and what we can expect next from her writing pen.

The temple of Hatshesut, the woman who assumed the title of Pharaoh, is one of the most beautiful temples in Egypt.

"A Voyage to Arcturus" is an adventure that starts on planet Earth and goes to the planet Tormance, where the hero Maskull encounters various alien intelligences.

Take the Jungfraubahn to The Top of Europe for views of the Great Aletsh Glacier and the Alps

Part three of a series on Nile Cruising returning from Aswan to Luxor and Ancient Thebes.

Egypt is a hugely popular travel destination boasting over a hundred ancient temples and tombs. This list attempts to detail some of the most popular sights to visit.

Bangkok has a small gay scene but a varied one here are three bar and restaurant suggestions for the gay tourist to enjoy in gay and vibrant Silom Soi 4.

Cairo is Egypt's ancient city that has a beautiful blend of old and new with minarets, citadels and bazaars alongside posh buildings and fast food joints.

Get away from the crowds and the cold into the warm exotic climate of North Africa. Embrace Morocco and Egypt as perfect Xmas and New Year destinations.

There are many safe, effective things you can do to reduce or prevent allergic reactions to cats. There are also breeds that are less likely to cause allergy symptoms.

Improved security and aesthetic upgrades for Egypt's Pyramids at Giza will please visitors and improve Egyptian economy.

There is something very special about Egypt. Head straight for Cairo and see the Pyramids at Luxor and the Sphinx; cruise the Nile and enjoy the Red Sea beach resorts.

Visit ancient and towering colonnaded temples and pyramids that hold thousands of years of secrets.

The almost hairless Sphynx cat is often considered ugly and unnatural, but it does not cause allergic responses in those sensitive to cat fur.

Egypt is an exotic destination for western tourists, resulting in a culture shock. Egyptians are easygoing and laidback and these tips will be helpful for foreigners.

Oldest monolith of its type still in its original place declared the affluence from conquests of Libya and Nubia, and through diplomacy to the east, in Syria/Palestine.

Boulderers should consider Cody, Wyoming as a spring climbing trip destination. This Wyoming rock climbing area has about 1,000 problems. Cody also has great amenities.

For many people, ancient Egypt brings to mind the pyramids, those massive monuments to ancient pharaohs left for future generations to remember the glories of the past.

The spinnaker has been a staple on competitive sailboats for over a century. Both sail types, symmetrical and asymmetrical, are used today on a wide variety of boats.

Egypt is the ancient land of Pharaohs, Pyramids and Pylons. Visiting this historic land is to rediscover the magical world of gods, Kings and their legendary exploits.

The media has said that the partisan bickering in the United States has reached new levels of vitriol, but the war has been raging since the nation was founded.

Sculptures, paintings and drawings by major Swiss artist Alberto Giacometti (1901-1966) reveal not only the breadth of his art but the role of Geneva in his life.

Travelers to Egypt can view the building projects and artifacts of one of the ancient world's most unusual female sovereigns.

Yes, Virginia, there is an Aqua Teen Hunger Force movie. And you can check out the first minute over here.

Although President Thabo Mbeki of South Africa first labeled it an African Renaissance, the dawn of the rebirth of the African continent began a long time ago.

In the same area as the famous Aya Sofia, Blue Mosque and Underground Cistern, this charming museum of rugs, ceramics and calligraphy is often overlooked by visitors.

French design is largely defined by Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI. What are the main differences between Baroque, Rococo and Neo Classic French furniture styles?

In 1982 a Turkish diver discovered a submerged shipwreck off Uluburun on Turkey's southern shore. It proved to be a spectacular sunken treasure trove of the Bronze Age.

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, the first fraternity founded for and by African-American men, was founded on December 4, 1906, at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York.

Formerly Elderhostel, the group's learning adventures cover the rainforest on a budget, Mexico, and affordable Middle East journeys to the pyramids and the Holy Land.

Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them is by no means a comprehensive guide to magical creatures, but it supports a noble charity and is very fun to read.

There's more to 1920s fashion than flapper dresses. Read on to learn about fashion trends from the 1920s such as cloche hats and Oxford bags.

With Google Earth you can see down on the Earth from above. See cities and famous places with 3D technology on Google Earth.

Pollination is important to plants, and desert plants are no exception . However, some unique methods of pollination have developed in the desert.

A really beautiful hawk moth that flies by day, hovers like a bird and regularly migrates. Not a threatened species, but well-worth encouraging!

Built by Axel Munthe in 1895 to display his collection of Roman antiquities, the Villa San Michele is perched on a mountainside overlooking the lower half of Capri.

Galloping across the Arabian Desert on a white Arabian stead with the Pyramids and Cairo in the distance, should be on everyone’s ‘list of things to do before you die.'

What comes to mind when you think of sculpture? How do you know if you're looking at a piece of sculpture? And how is sculpture made anyway?