feb 23, 2550 BC - Great Pyramids of Giza

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2550-2490 BCE
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Egypt

The three main pyramids were built over the span of three generations:
Khufu
Khafre
Menkaure

Each pyramid was part of a large royal mortuary complex including:
Temple
Causeways
Smaller pyramids belonging to queens
Cemetery of smaller tombs (prominent members of court)
Boat pits
Pits with disassembled boats (142 ft)

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