Pyramid of Menkaure, Egyptian pyramid in Giza, Egypt
The Pyramid of Menkaure stands 61 meters tall with a base of 104.6 meters by 102.2 meters at the Giza plateau near Cairo.
Construction of this pyramid took place during the 26th century BCE as the final resting place for Pharaoh Menkaure of the Fourth Dynasty.
The pyramid demonstrates the architectural knowledge of ancient Egyptians through its precise geometric calculations and construction methods from the Old Kingdom period.
The interior chambers and passages of the pyramid reveal the ancient Egyptian burial practices and religious beliefs about the afterlife through hieroglyphic inscriptions.
The lower section of the pyramid retains its original granite casing stones, providing direct evidence of the external appearance during its construction period.
Location: Giza
Height: 65.55 m
Length: 104.6 m
Width: 102.2 m
GPS coordinates: 29.97250,31.12833
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:46
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