The Sphinx

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The Great Sphinx of Giza is probably the most recognizable statue in the world. I've seen it a few times. I've taken cover, I've sat in its shade during a massive heat wave when I was once uh filming at the pyramids. Its nose was not broken off by asterisk, obliques, or Napoleon. One of many myths around the Great Sphinx. But you can see why myths abound. Because There is an air of mystery about the Sphinx. There are conflicting stories about who built it. And those stories have circulated since ancient times. And

There are strange tales of what lies inside. To bust some of these myths, I'm sharing this episode of Echoes of History, one of my favorite podcasts at the moment. It delves into the history behind the Assassin's Creed games. In this episode, friend of the podcast, Egyptologist Dr. Chris Norton, joins host Matt Lewis to explain everything you've always wanted to know about the mysteries. Of the Sphinx. Welcome to Echoes of History, the place to explore the rich stories from the past. that bring the world of Assassin's Creed to life. I'm Matt Lewis.

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