One of the most recognizable marks of ancient Egypt's culture, and history in general, of course, are the Egyptian Pyramids. That is something that definitely makes us curious. We often listen about them, about their mystery and some of us wish someday to visit them. Do you know:
What are the Pyramids and what can be found inside them?
How and by who were the Pyramids built?
What are the most famous pyramids?
What are the Pyramids?
The Egyptian pyramids are magnificent buildings built by the ancient Egyptians and are located in Egypt. They are in fact the tombs of the rulers of ancient Egypt, called Pharaohs. In ancient Egyptian religion, there is a belief that life goes on after death, and therefore the rulers were mummified to save the body for life after death. Mummification was a complex and expensive process that only the rich could afford. In the pyramids beside the tomb of ruler Pharaoh, there are tombs for his nearest relatives and servants that will make the afterlife more comfortable. In the tombs, items that were significant during the life of the Pharaohs were left, and all kinds of objects were found. The inside walls were painted with scenes of the deceased's life.
Where are the Egyptian Pyramids usually located?
The Egyptians built most of the pyramids along the Nile River since the transportation of materials was done through the Nile River. The transportation of materials was also by land. The stones with which the pyramids are built are huge and too heavy. One of the major problems during construction was the number of stones that had to be moved. It was once believed that the pyramids were built by slaves, but today there is a consensus among Egyptologists that in fact the pyramids were not built by slaves but by peasants who could not work in their fields when there was flooding.
How were the Pyramids built?
The pyramid-building techniques were probably not always the same, that is, the techniques changed and improved over time, as can be seen from the pyramids themselves. There are disagreements about the way and techniques used for their construction. Disagreements over the techniques used in pyramid construction relate to how the stones were moved and positioned.
The Pharaohs were starting the pyramids when they came to power because these huge buildings take a long time to complete.
Some of Egypt's most famous pharaohs are:
How many pyramids are there in Egypt and what are the most famous among them?
About one hundred pyramids are currently identified in Egypt by historians. These are one of the most famous among them:
The earliest known Egyptian pyramids were found in Saqqara, west of Memphis, and the oldest among them is considered the Pyramid of Djoser, (2630–2610 BC).
Pyramids in Giza
The most famous in the world, however, are the pyramids in Giza, on the outskirts of Cairo. Some of the pyramids in Giza are listed among the largest structures ever built.
They are likely to have been built by tens of thousands of skilled workers who were physically strong, living in camps beside the pyramids until they were finished. The Pyramid of Khufu at Giza is the largest Egyptian pyramid. This pyramid is known as the Great Pyramid. Its original height was 147 meters. It is at the same time the only remaining building among the seven wonders of the ancient period.
The Great Sphinx of Giza
A unique feature of the pyramid complex in Giza is the statue of the Sphinx, called The Great Sphinx of Giza, which is quite large 73 meters long, and 20 meters high. It has a body of a lion and a head of a human.
Egyptian Pyramid's magnificence, secrecy, and uniqueness have always caused and still cause great curiosity among historians and people in general. People have the opportunity to visit some of the important pyramids in Egypt, like the Pyramids in Giza, and the pyramids are therefore visited by many tourists. Tourism is one of the leading sources of income, crucial to Egypt's economy.
In conclusion, it can be said that what we know about the Pyramids today is not final. The mystery of the pyramids has not yet been fully revealed. New interesting facts and data that are of great importance to Egyptian culture and history, are still being constantly discovered.
