The Great Sphinx’s Age: Older Than History Suggests?
The Great Sphinx of Giza, in Egypt, stands as a monumental symbol of ancient Egyptian civilization. However, the true age of the Sphinx has become one of the biggest questions in the scientific community. While most theories suggest that the Sphinx was built around 2500 BC, during the reign of Pharaoh Khafre, some scientists believe it could be much older. The Sphinx was discovered on the Giza plateau, next to the pyramids, at the beginning of the 19th century, when archaeological excavations began to remove the layer of sand that covered it. With an approximate length of 73 meters and…
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