Lepsius-I Pyramid, Archaeological ruins in Abu Rawash, Egypt.
The Lepsius-I Pyramid sits on an elevated plateau in Abu Rawash north of Giza and was built mainly from mudbrick. The structure remains in a fragmentary state today, with the inner core masonry visible rising from the ground.
The pyramid was built during the Fourth Dynasty as a complete monument. Roman stone quarrying in ancient times destroyed much of the outer casing and reduced the structure to its current fragmentary form.
The surrounding area contains fifty mastaba tombs, representing burial practices of ancient Egyptian elite members during the Fourth Dynasty period.
Access to this ruin requires advance arrangements since it sits in a remote area and receives fewer visitors. Travelers should contact local guides or authorities to make the necessary preparations.
Research from 2011 revealed that this structure had the same dimensions as the Menkaure Pyramid, meaning it was larger than long assumed. This finding challenged earlier theories about it being an unfinished project.
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