Most famous ancient monuments in the world, just west of Cairo
Don is befriended by friendly vendor trying to sell a scarf - "Only 1 dolla!"
Cheops is largest & first pyramid completed - 480' high, 6.8 tons/limestone
Constructed of about 2.5 M limestone blocks that once gleamed brilliant white
Outer casement stones near apex of one Khufu pyramid are still visible
Visitors spend hours going around grounds tof the Giza plateau
Getting on a camel is a little tricky!
Don rides camel in front of three pyramids built for Khufu's queens
Another view of pyramids in background with Mal riding mangy camel
Actually, the robes were quite beautiful, ride was a bit bumpy but fun
Popular attraction at one of Seven Wonders of the World
Typical camel guide....
