Great Pyramids of Giza (mar 26, 25009 BC – dec 18, 6381 BC)
Description:
2550-2490 BCE
limestone
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)
The shape of a pyramid is a reference to the sun.
Early texts suggest that the rays of the sun were ramps for the pharaoh climbs to the sky. The pyramid suggests the shape of a sun’s rays.
Early pyramids were built with steps so that one could climb to the top
Added to timeline:
Acient mediteranian
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