Ancient identical sphinxes The Sphinxes played an important role in the ancient world, judging by their numerous sculptures and images. The Sphinx is a mysterious creature, an idol with a human head and a lion's body, one of the most important symbols in human history.
The oldest known sphinx was found in Turkey. It has been proven that it was established in 9500 BC. Egyptian and Babylonian sphinxes guard sacred tombs and religious temples.
Interestingly, numerous images of the Sphinxes have been preserved in both India and China.
