The Great Pyramid of Giza[a] is the largest Egyptian pyramid. It served as the tomb of pharaoh Khufu ("Cheops"), who ruled during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. Built c. 2600 …

Jan 1, 2026 · Pyramids of Giza, three 4th- dynasty (c. 2575–c. 2465 bce) pyramids erected on a rocky plateau on the west bank of the Nile River near Al-Jīzah (Giza) in northern Egypt. In …

The pyramids of Egypt fascinated travellers and conquerors in ancient times and continue to inspire wonder in the tourists, mathematicians, and archeologists who visit, explore, measure, …

Each of the three massive Egyptian pyramids is but one part of the Giza pyramid complex that includes a palace, temples, solar boat pits, and other features. Here’s what to know about who …

The oldest and largest of the famous three is built by the Pharaoh Khufu. It is a monumental feat of technical construction skills that were unsurpassed in height for thousands of years. Its...

Oct 19, 2023 · Ancient Egyptians during the third and fourth dynasties perfected the construction of pyramids as burial chambers for their kings.

Ancient Egyptians built pyramids from 2700 BC until around 1700 BC. The first pyramid was erected during the Third Dynasty by the Pharaoh Djoser and his architect Imhotep.

Nov 20, 2025 · A pyramid is a monumental structure constructed of or faced with stone or brick and having a rectangular base and four sloping triangular or trapezoidal sides meeting at an …

From right to left, the three largest are: the Great Pyramid, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure with three queen's pyramids. Famous pyramids (cut-through with …

Nov 13, 2025 · Great Pyramid of Giza, ancient Egyptian pyramid that is the largest of those at Giza. It was built for the Khufu (Cheops), the second king of Egypt’s 4th dynasty.