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The Great Pyramid of Giza is located on the Giza Plateau, about 10 km southwest of Cairo, Egypt. It is the largest pyramid in ancient Egypt and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Here is a detailed introduction: Basic Information • Construction Background: Built in 2560 BC, it was the tomb of Pharaoh Khufu. At that time, ancient Egypt was in the heyday of the Fourth Dynasty. People believed that if the body was well preserved, the soul could be resurrected and live forever in the Elysium 3,000 years later. • Architectural Structure: Originally 146.5 meters high, now 136.5 meters high, it was the tallest building in the world until the Eiffel Tower was built in 1889. The tower is a regular quadrangular pyramid with a square base, covering an area of 5 hectares. It is made of nearly 2.3 million huge stones, weighing from 1.5 tons to 160 tons. • Entrance and Interior: The entrance is on the north side, 13 meters above the ground, and is a triangular entrance made of four huge stones. Inside, there are corridors, stairs, and halls, as well as the Pharaoh's tomb and the Queen's tomb. Only a red granite sarcophagus remains in the Pharaoh's tomb. Visitor Information • Opening Hours: January 1 to December 31, Monday, Wednesday to Sunday 08:00-16:30, Tuesday 08:00-15:30. • Ticket Information: Tickets are required to enter the Giza Pyramid Scenic Area, and additional tickets are required to visit the interior of the Great Pyramid of Giza. • Transportation: Take Metro Line 2 to E1 Giza Station, then transfer to a minibus or bus; or take a taxi directly to the scenic area. Nearby Attractions • Pyramid of Khafre: Built by Khafre, the son of Khufu, with the famous Sphinx nearby. • Pyramid of Menkaure: Built by Menkaure, the complex includes two temples and three queen pyramids.