The Great Pyramid of Giza

La Gran Pirámide de Giza is an ancient Egyptian architectural wonder, situated on the Giza Plateau, on the outskirts of modern-day Cairo. This majestic structure is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids built on the site, and it is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The pyramid's original height was around 481 feet, making it the tallest man-made structure in the world for over 3,800 years. Its base is a square, measuring approximately 756 feet per side, and its sides are aligned almost perfectly with the four cardinal directions. The pyramid's construction is a testament to the ingenuity and skill of the ancient Egyptians, who built it using around 2.3 million blocks of limestone and granite, each weighing an average of 2.5 tons. The pyramid's smooth exterior was originally covered in highly polished white limestone, which would have reflected the sun's rays and given the structure an otherworldly glow. The pyramid's internal chamber system is equally impressive, featuring a series of narrow corridors and chambers that were designed to help the pharaoh's soul ascend to the afterlife. Despite being over 4,500 years old, La Gran Pirámide de Giza remains an awe-inspiring and mysterious monument to human achievement.