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Egypt. The Pyramids of Giza. Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure
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Egypt. The Pyramids of Giza. Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure
Egypt. The Pyramids of Giza. Pyramids of Khafre (or Chephren) and Menkaure (or Mykerinos). 26th century B.C. 4th Dynasty. Old Kingdom
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26th Archeological Archeology Casing Chephren Dynasty Fourth Geometry Giza Granite Khaf Re Khafra Khafre Khauf Re Khephren Limestone Man Made Mathematics Maths Menkaure Mykerinos Necropolis Pharaoh Pharaonic Pyramid
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This breathtaking photograph captures the timeless beauty and grandeur of the Pyramids of Giza, an archaeological marvel of the ancient world. Located on the outskirts of modern-day El Giza, Egypt, these iconic structures date back to the 26th century BC and the 4th Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. The larger pyramid in the image is the Pyramid of Khafre, also known as the Pyramid of Chephren or Khaf Ra. It was built as a tomb for Pharaoh Khafre, one of the most famous rulers of the Old Kingdom. The Pyramid of Menkaure, or Mykerinos, is the smaller pyramid to the north. Both pyramids are adorned with casing stones, which were originally covered in smooth white limestone. The Pyramids of Giza are not only impressive feats of engineering and mathematics but also works of art. The precision and accuracy with which these structures were built are still a mystery to this day. The Great Pyramid of Giza, not visible in this image, is the most famous of the three and the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still in existence. These pyramids are part of the larger necropolis of Giza, which was the burial ground for the pharaohs and their queens during the Old Kingdom. The Pyramids of Giza continue to be a source of fascination and inspiration for scholars, tourists, and anyone with a curiosity for the ancient world. The intricate geometry and maths used in their construction continue to be studied and admired, making them a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the ancient Egyptians.
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