Pyramid G1-d, Subsidiary pyramid in Giza Necropolis, Egypt
Pyramid G1-d is a small satellite pyramid in the Giza Necropolis standing roughly 14 meters high with a base of about 22 meters. It features smooth limestone sides and a sloped passage that descends to an internal chamber within the structure.
This pyramid dates to the Fourth Dynasty around 2600 BC as part of a group of smaller structures adjoining the main complex, with the structure rediscovered during roadwork in 1992.
The structure contains ancient inscriptions in red paint providing instructions for stone placement, reflecting Egyptian construction methods and organizational systems.
The site is located in the eastern section of the Giza archaeological area and is best visited along with other satellite pyramids nearby. Access is straightforward from the main Giza site, though the structure itself remains relatively enclosed.
Inside the T-shaped chamber, four small holes at the western end may have held wooden beams for ceremonial purposes. Such architectural details reveal how precisely ancient builders solved specific functional needs in these smaller monuments.
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