You must have seen the viral video of a dog, who had been captured on the pinnacle of the pyramids of Egypt. The video, shared by paramotor-enthusiast Marshall Mosher as he flew over the heritage sites, made people wonder if the dog actually stayed on the pyramid! On a post on Instagram, Mosher had written, “Just as these ancient monuments have stood the test of time, built stone by stone through sheer will, grit, and vision, we too can create lasting legacies when we pursue our dreams relentlessly: whether that dream is to fly over the pyramids or a dog’s dream to have the most epic view in all of Egypt!”
Which Pyramid Did The Dog Climb?
The viral dog was seen atop the Pyramid of Khafre, also known as the Pyramid of Chephren, which is the second largest of the three famous pyramids on the Giza Plateau in Egypt. Built during the reign of the Pharaoh Khafre around 2570 BC, it stands at a height of 136 metres (originally 143 metres), just slightly shorter than the Great Pyramid of Giza, but often appearing taller due to its elevated position on the plateau. The pyramid is part of a larger complex that includes the Great Sphinx, believed to bear the likeness of Khafre.
Can You Climb The Pyramid of Giza?
Of course not. Climbing the pyramid is strictly forbidden due to the potential danger and the historical significance of the structure. However, no one apparently gave this dog the memo.
While many users commented on how incredible it was to see the dog make this climb, many were concerned for its wellbeing. Some requested Mosher to contact the fire department to rescue the dog while others were worried if the animal was starving and unable to climb down. So Mosher mounted a rescue mission the very next morning but couldn’t spot the dog this time. However, on another trip, he did spot the dog making his way down the pyramid.
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Turns out, the dog actually lives near the pyramid, like many others, and makes a regular pilgrimage to its top. “The famous dog of the Great Pyramids was finally seen coming back down after his morning climb by @retreatours,” wrote Mosher in another video on social media, which captured the dog’s return from his morning stroll.