Giza Solar Boat Museum (Khufu Ship)

The Giza Solar Boat Museum (Khufu Ship), located near the Great Pyramid of Egypt, is a fascinating testament to the ancient Egyptians' ingenuity and craftsmanship. The museum houses the reconstructed solar boat, also known as the Khufu Ship, which was discovered in 1954 and buried in a pit next to the pyramid. Believed to be over 4,500 years old, the boat is an astonishingly well-preserved vessel that was initially constructed to carry Pharaoh Khufu on his journey to the afterlife. The meticulous restoration and display of the boat offer visitors a rare glimpse into the sophisticated boat-building techniques of ancient times.