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Pyramids of Giza
The Giza Pyramids are an ancient burial complex on the Giza Plateau in Egypt, built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom (c. 2600 – c. 2500 BC) as tombs for the pharaohs Khufu (the Great Pyramid), Khafre, and Menkaure. The complex includes the three main pyramids, smaller "queens" pyramids, the Great Sphinx, temples, and causeways, and is the only remaining of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Key Features
The Great Pyramid of Giza: Built for Pharaoh Khufu, it is the largest and oldest of the three pyramids.
Pyramid of Khafre: Built for Khufu's son, Khafre.
Pyramid of Menkaure: Built for Khufu's grandson, Menkaure.
The Great Sphinx: A large statue with the body of a lion and the head of a human, believed to be Khafre.
Pyramid Complexes: Each main pyramid was part of a larger complex with satellite pyramids, mortuary temples, and valley temples connected by a causeway.
Workers' Village and Tombs: The site also includes remains of a workers' village and mastaba tombs for nobles and family members.
Purpose
Tombs for Pharaohs: The pyramids served as the grand tombs for the pharaohs, providing them with a place for their afterlife and spiritual worship.
Mortuary Cult: The associated temples were maintained by priests who conducted a mortuary cult for the deceased king, offering sacrifices and worshiping his divine aspect.
Significance
Ancient Wonder: The Great Pyramid was once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and remains the only one still standing.
Architectural Marvel: These structures were remarkable achievements of ancient engineering, with the Great Pyramid remaining the world's tallest man-made structure for over 3,800 years.