The Great Pyramid of Giza is the largest Egyptian pyramid. It served as the tomb of pharaoh Khufu, who ruled during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. Built c. 2600 BC, over a period of about 26 years, the pyramid is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only wonder that has remained largely intact. It is the most famous monu…
The Great Pyramid of Giza is the largest Egyptian pyramid. It served as the tomb of pharaoh Khufu, who ruled during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. Built c. 2600 BC, over a period of about 26 years, the pyramid is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only wonder that has remained largely intact. It is the most famous monument of the Giza pyramid complex, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Memphis and its Necropolis". It is situated at the northeastern end of the line of the three main pyramids at Giza.
Architect: Hemiunu (presumed)
Height: Original: 146.6 m (481 ft) or 280 cubits · Current: 138.5 m (454 ft)
Part of: Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur
Area: Arab states
Ancient name: Akhet Khufu · Khufu's Horizon
Constructed: c. 2600 BC (Old Kingdom) · c. 4600 years ago
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