How accurately is the Great Pyramid aligned?
The Great Pyramid's sides are aligned almost exactly with true north, south, east, and west, a stunning feat of precision for ancient engineers.
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- Was "Aida" written for the Suez Canal opening?
“A popular myth says Verdi's opera "Aida" was written for the opening of the Suez Canal.”
Reference: Encyclopaedia Britannica
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Does the Suez Canal have locks?
The Suez Canal opened in 1869 and has no locks, because the Mediterranean and Red Sea are at nearly the same level.
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