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Step Pyramid of Djoser Badrshein, Giza Governorate 3352001, Egypt Last Updated: 03/18/2026 |
| The Step Pyramid of Djoser is an archaeological site located in the Saqqara necropolis, Egypt, northwest of the Memphis ruins. It was the first pyramid built in Egypt. This six-tiered, four-sided structure is the oldest massive stone building in Egypt. It was constructed in the 27th century BC during the Third Dynasty to bury Pharaoh Djoser. | |
| Besides being home to Egypt's oldest pyramid, Saqqara is also the country's largest archaeological site. Nobles have been buried here for over 3,500 years, particularly during the period when nearby Memphis was the capital, and this vast ancient cemetery contains numerous smaller pyramids, tombs, and other burial structures. | |
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Bent Pyramid Place » Historical Place The Bent Pyramid is one of the pyramids built by King Sneferu, the first king of the Dynasty 4. It was called “bent” because of its broken lines due to a change of angle, an engineering issue in its design. Indeed, the pyramid construction began at an angle of 55 degrees but had to be adjusted to 43 degrees due to an overload of blocks resulting in instability. 272 views 💖 1 👍 0Badrshein, Giza Governorate 3300001, Egypt |
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Saqqara Necropolis Place » Historical Place The Saqqara Necropolis is a vast ancient burial complex located in the Giza Governorate of Egypt. It is renowned for its historical significance, diverse range of tombs and structures, and the iconic Step Pyramid of Djoser. Saqqara features numerous pyramids, including the world-famous Step pyramid of Djoser,as well as a number of mastabas. Located some 30 km (19 mi) south of modern-day Cairo. 631 views 💖 1 👍 0Badrshein, Giza Governorate 3352001, Egypt |
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Great Sphinx of Giza Place » Historical Place The Great Sphinx of Giza is a massive statue of a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human that is located on the west bank of the Nile River in Giza, Egypt, near the Great Pyramid of Giza. It is one of the largest and most recognizable statues in the world and is a symbol of ancient Egyptian civilization. 871 views 💖 9 👍 0Giza, Egypt |
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Great Pyramid of Giza Place » Historical Place The Great Pyramid of Giza, also known as the Pyramid of Khufu, is one of the most famous landmarks in Egypt and the world. It is located in Giza, just outside the city of Cairo, and is the largest of the three pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex. 877 views 💖 9 👍 0Al Haram, Nazlet El-Semman, Al Haram, Giza Governorate 3512201, Egypt |
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Giza Necropolis Place » Historical Place The Giza Necropolis is an iconic and ancient archaeological site located near the city of Giza in the Giza Governorate of Egypt. It is renowned for its massive pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Giza, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. 968 views 💖 9 👍 0Al Haram, Giza Governorate 3512201, Egypt |
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Giza Governorate Place » City Giza is one of Egypt's governorates. Located in the center of the country, the province lies primarily on the west bank of the Nile River, opposite Cairo. The provincial capital is Giza. The province encompasses part of the left bank of the Nile Valley surrounding Giza, as well as a relatively small portion on the east bank. The governorate's population was 9,646,673 in 2023. 49 views 💖 1 👍 0Egypt |