The Pyramids of Giza are a group of three monumental tombs located on the Giza Plateau, near Cairo, Egypt. Built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom, they are the most famous pyramids in the world, with the Great Pyramid of Giza being the largest and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Constructed as burial sites for pharaohs, these pyramids reflect the ancient Egyptians' architectural prowess and their beliefs in the afterlife. The Sphinx, a limestone statue with a lion's body and a human head, is also located nearby, adding to the historical significance of this remarkable site.