The Great Pyramid of Giza

The Great Pyramid of Giza

Immerse yourself in the world's most famous pyramid and uncover some of its secrets.

The Great Pyramid of Giza (also known as the Pyramid of Khufu or the Pyramid of Cheops) is the oldest and largest of the Giza pyramid complex in Egypt. It is the most ancient of the original Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one remaining largely intact.

The Great Pyramid was built over 4,600 years ago, using more than 2 million large stone blocks (weighing approx. 3,000 kg each). Inside are found three burial chambers, with the lowest (unfinished) chamber carved into the bedrock upon which the pyramid stands. At 146m high, it was the tallest man-made structure for over 3,800 years.

Travel deep into the pyramid and learn about its architecture, the various construction theories, and the pyramid's orientation with the stars.

Full preview below, together with a colouring-in drawing of the inside of the Great Pyramid (also available as a PDF here).

Film Type

Upper KS2 - KS5  /  Adults
Length: 18min

Also available in Arabic

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Photo: Jerome Bon

Photo: Tim Moffatt