Egypt, day 9. Everyone knows the pyramids at Giza, w perhaps the Great Pyramid of Cheops the most famous. But did you know that there are dozens more in Egypt and Sudan? The Bent Pyramid (no points earned guessing why the name) for example is just an hour south of Giza. Gorgeous! 
The Bent Pyramid is located at Dahshur. Here you can also find another whopper of a pyramid, called the 'Red Pyramid'. This 4th dynasty pyramid is 105 metres (344 ft) high and is built with reddish limestone stones - hence the name.
The step pyramid of Pharaoh Djoser at Sakkara is also worth a visit. Sakkara was the necropolis closest to the ancient Egyptian capital of Memphis.
Here you can also find the Pyramid of Unas, which you can actually enter if you arrive before noon. Cool experience, but watch your head!
The site/museum of Memphis itself is a bit underwhelming compared to the splendour of other Egyptian sites. Still good to see. The huge statue of Ramses II is a highlight. Together w Sakkara/Dahshur, Memphis is an easy half day trip from Cairo by car. Tomorrow on to Alexandria!
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