
The Pyramids of Giza, Egypt's iconic 4,500-year-old wonders, draw millions annually, with 15.7 million tourists visiting in 2024 alone. But the UNESCO World Heritage Site is buckling under its own popularity.
Overcrowding, aggressive vendors, and shocking reports of animal cruelty have turned dream trips into nightmares, sparking outrage among travellers. On 25 April 2025, Egypt unveiled a £40.8 million ($54 million) plan to tame the chaos, but with a rocky start, can it restore the Giza Plateau's magic?