The Valley Temple of Khafre is located within the Giza Pyramid Complex, situated adjacent to the Sphinx
Crafted from durable granite, the temple, though now roofless and with only walls and columns remaining, still exudes an extraordinary aura
The exquisite stone column carvings are worth appreciating
The layout of the Valley Temple is meticulous, with massive stone blocks and fine craftsmanship
The temple contains numerous halls, serving as the venue for the pharaoh’s funeral and sacrificial rites
Originally, there were 23 exquisite statues of Khafre between the walls and the roof of the temple, but only one has been perfectly preserved through the vicissitudes of time and is now displayed in the Egyptian Museum
Upon entering the temple, one encounters a well associated with Cleopatra
Legend has it that Cleopatra once dreamt of this well, believing it to bring good fortune
Even today, many visitors toss coins into the well as an act of worship and prayer
Close-up appreciation of the western causeway of the Sphinx Temple connects with the Khafre Pyramid, with the Great Sphinx of Giza beside the causeway
As you pass through the temple, you can get an up-close view of the Sphinx’s majesty
The temple is open all year round from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
