Pyramid of Senusret I

The limestone pyramid stands 61 meters tall with a base of 105 meters, featuring four radiating stone walls that form its structural core.

Built during the Middle Kingdom period around 1950 BCE, this pyramid served as the burial place for Pharaoh Senusret I of Egypt's Twelfth Dynasty.

The mortuary temple contained limestone pillars, sacrifice scenes, and a false door marking the separation between external areas and inner sanctum spaces.

The pyramid entrance leads to underground chambers that remain inaccessible due to water table levels preventing archaeological exploration of the burial chamber.

The construction method incorporated eight walls radiating from the core corners, filled with limestone fragments, representing an innovative architectural approach.

Location: Giza Governorate

Inception: 1990 BCE

Made from material: limestone

GPS coordinates: 29.56001,31.22094

Latest update: May 21, 2025 11:14