Monday, October 13, 2008

Egyptian pyramids

The Egyptian pyramids are pyramid shaped structures situated in Egypt, and were built as a tomb for dead pharaohs. There are over 100 Egyptian pyramids, most of which were built throughout the Old and Middle Kingdom periods. The first Egyptian pyramid was the Pyramid of Djozer which was built during the third dynasty beneath King Djozer. The pyramid was intended by Imhotep as a tomb for the King. The best known Egyptian pyramids are the Giza pyramids which are recognized among the largest structures still built and are the only residual monuments of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

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