Diagram illustrating known features around the Great Sphinx, including the head cavity, Perring’s Hole, bedrock fissures, and the rear shaft.

Image: sketch diagram of the Great Sphinx indicating the location of the various cavities and tunnels currently know to exist within and under the monument

This schematic outlines the principal openings and geological characteristics associated with the Great Sphinx. These include both ancient and later interventions, as well as natural fractures within the bedrock.

The current absence of clear evidence for a large internal chamber—often referred to as a “Hall of Records”—is typically noted in mainstream studies, though the question continues to attract speculation and further investigation.

For a more detailed analysis of these features, see the articles on this page beginning here.

Source: thegreatsphinxofgiza.com 2026

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