Ancient Superstructures — S3E2 — The Great Sphinx, Carving the Lion King
Synopsis
The Sphinx is the most monumental ancient sculpture in the world at 73 metres long, 20 metres high and 14 metres wide. Who commissioned it, how was it erected, and what is its significance?
About the series
We delve into the engineering mysteries behind the world's most famous ancient structures by observing them from perspectives ranging from satellite imagery right down to macro and microscopic levels.