Photographer Dane Andreas Hvid sparked outrage in Egypt after revealing a picture of himself seemingly having sex with a woman on top of the Great Pyramid. State news agency Ahram Online has since revealed the minister of antiquities Khaled el Anany had referred the case to the prosecutor general for investigation.
He said the action was a violation of public morality and the incident and video would be investigated at the highest level. Hvid has reportedly gone into hiding , despite being previously unrepentant about his "art". Comments 0. Top Stories. Jan 08, PM. Durham probe offers fresh support for man who has long denied being 'dossier' source 4 hours ago.
Frustration, defiance in village to be abandoned to the sea Nov 11, PM. You cannot forcibly break into the internal tunnels and chambers inside the pyramid. It is inappropriate and irresponsible to break into zones not allowed for visitors. Egyptians believe in the afterlife. Pyramids are built for religious purposes.
In ancient times, especially in Egypt, people thought that there was life after death. Pyramids are made to serve as burial sites of Egyptians when they die. Afterlife on earth, a second life will resurrect as an ancient belief. The second self, called ka was believed to emerge when people die. Once the physical body left the earth, ka then joins eternal life.
Ancient Egyptians constructed the pyramids to prepare their loved ones for eternal life. Most of the greatest and tallest pyramids in Egypt were made for their leaders and rulers.
They made sure that the second life must be abundant. They put treasures and amulets in the coffin as they believe that the dead can bring these to the afterlife. The infamous pyramids in Egypt are found in Giza. The smaller ones were at the Nile Valley. Ancient Egyptians also honour one of their greatest rulers as they build Sphinx near the site. The Sphinx was sculpted to stand watch over the pyramid and burial chamber.
The human and lion sculpture of the Great Sphinx of Giza showed duality, human and divine. Pyramids were tombs and burial sites of prominent figures of ancient Egypt. It is the final resting place of royals, pharaohs and kings who ruled the country.
At the beginning of the dynastic era, royal tombs were carved. Egypt was considered one of the richest and influential civilizations in the world. Since then, pyramids in Egypt were constructed in honour of the deceased leader and ruler. It became a traditional way to honour a great ruler. Thus several pyramids came into existence. Yet, what pyramid stands out among the rest?
What is the most recommended pyramid for tourists to visit? It is the best pyramid to see and behold. It was initially constructed between BCE and stood at more than feet tall. It is the oldest and the tallest among the three pyramids located at Giza. It is made out of 2. The Pyramid of Khufu became more popular when Napoleon visited the tomb. According to the Napoleonic legend, the great emperor went to the Great Pyramid. He emerged pale and shaken after visiting the grave.
It remained unrevealed and became the greatest mystery of the pyramid. Another magnificent contribution of ancient Egypt to the world is the Great Sphinx. The Great Sphinx at Giza is considered one of the most incredible sculptures in the world. The Sphinx is an old representation of a ruler as sun and lion. The Sphinx is usually located near the tomb of the dead leader. In the case of the Great Sphinx of Giza, it shows that the king is a powerful force united with the solar deity.
It reflects the dual nature of a ruler as human and divine. It is facing directly from the West to the East. Some say that its location is strategically thought. It stands near the Great Pyramid. It stands 66 feet high and 62 feet wide.
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