In my life prior to becoming a full-time geeky girl, I was a sixth grade teacher. Throughout those 17 years, my favorite subject to teach was social studies. Within this content area, I loved, loved to share the knowledge (and excitement) I have about the ancient Egyptians. I was—and still am—particularly fascinated with the mummification process and even more so, the Pyramids of Giza.

That said, imagine my delight when I opened my browser to “Google” something, and I got a load of the latest tech gem my favorite search engine has to offer.

Yep, get up close and personal with the Age of Pyramids via a totally interactive Google Street View mashup highlighting the last standing wonders of the ancient world contained in one super cool site. Seriously, the awe and wonder is just a few clicks away! And let me tell you—it’s all that and then some!

Not only can users check out a variety of aerial perspectives of Giza from a world, continent, country and/or street view by using the zoom tools, but they can take a self-guided virtual tour of the pyramid complex as well.

This resource—packed with images and facts about one of the most famous landmarks on Earth—is beyond way cool (and very informative) so you should definitely check it out! And when you do—which I know you will—be sure to click around on the maps, pins and images because there are all kinds of hidden gems just waiting to be discovered!

Classroom Connection:

Use the modern technology of Google Street View to take your students on a 360-degree tour of ancient technology by traveling back in time to explore the most prolific monuments of all time—the ancient Egyptian pyramids.

A shout out to Pixabay for the cool image!