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- Right beside the Great Pyramids is the mysterious Sphinx, an enormous limestone statue combining a lion's body with a human head.
- The closest village is Nazlet El-Samman, fluctuations in tourism have produced related booms and busts in villagers' livelihoods over time.
- The urban area stretching around the Giza plateau contains office buildings, hotels, restaurants and various tourist shops catering to visitors of the ancient wonders.
- Peak times to view the pyramids are at sunrise and sunset when the angled sunlight creates breathtaking visual effects on the monuments.
Camel and horse rides are commonly offered to tourists who want a unique desert experience in the sands around the sites.
- While camels in the area once worked to carry stones for pyramids, they are now upheld mostly as attractions for curious travelers.
- The sites attract huge crowds, but those willing to venture past the main attractions can find lesser visited gems like the Sphinx Temple and the Bent Pyramid.
- Recent development around Giza has raised preservation concerns, but also provides tourist conveniences like air-conditioned viewpoints and a pizza restaurant with a view of ancient history.

Getting Around:
- Walking is the best way to explore the Giza plateau and access the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, and other monuments on site. It's a large area so be prepared for lots of walking.
- There are camel/horse carriage rides available for touring the Giza complex.
- Local restaurants and food stalls offer traditional Egyptian fare like ful medames (stewed fava beans), shawarma, falafel, as well as Western fast food.
- Sound and light shows at the Giza pyramids provide a multimedia nighttime experience showcasing the history of ancient Egypt. Shows happen at 6:00 pm, 7:00 pm, 8:00 pm and 9:00 pm.
- Using a trusted driver for both transport and parking coordination is a common option for navigating Giza's congested streets.