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Egypt. Great Pyramid of Giza, known as the Pyramid of Khufu
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Egypt. Great Pyramid of Giza, known as the Pyramid of Khufu
Egypt. Great Pyramid of Giza, known as the Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops). Is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza Necropolis. Tomb of the Fourth Dynasty Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu. Is believed it was constructed by the architect Hemiunu (fl. 2570 BC). 26th century B.C. Old Kingdom
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Basking in the golden glow of the desert sun, the Great Pyramid of Giza, also known as the Pyramid of Khufu or the Pyramid of Cheops, stands as a testament to ancient Egyptian engineering and architectural prowess. Constructed around 2580-2560 BC during the Old Kingdom period, this tomb was built for the Fourth Dynasty Pharaoh, Khufu. The Great Pyramid is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids located in the Giza Necropolis and is believed to have been designed by the architect Hemiunu. Measuring an impressive 146.5 meters in height, the pyramid was once covered in smooth, polished white limestone casing. The precise geometry and symmetry of the pyramid's structure have fascinated scholars for centuries, with its sides forming a near-perfect triangle. The pyramid's base covers an area of 13 acres and is composed of over 2.3 million limestone blocks, each weighing an average of 2.5-15 tons. The Great Pyramid served as a burial chamber for Pharaoh Khufu and was believed to provide him with a means of ascending to the afterlife. The pyramid's complex design includes a series of narrow, sloping passages and chambers, including the famous Grand Gallery, which leads to the burial chamber at the pyramid's heart. The pyramids of Giza continue to captivate visitors from around the world, inspiring awe and wonder at the ingenuity and determination of the ancient Egyptians. This iconic image of the Great Pyramid, bathed in the warm desert light, is a reminder of the rich history and cultural significance of Egypt's ancient past.
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