Pyramid of Khentkaus II

The limestone structure measures 25 meters at its base and currently stands at 4 meters high, featuring smooth sides with a 52-degree slope.

Queen Khentkaus II ordered this pyramid's construction during the reign of Neferirkare Kakai, with building phases continuing under her son Nyuserre Ini.

The mortuary temple contains decorated rooms depicting agricultural scenes, sacrificial rituals, and processions representing offerings to the deceased queen.

The entrance corridor descends from the north wall at ground level, leading to a burial chamber containing fragments of a pink granite sarcophagus.

The pyramid complex includes independent ceremonial structures without a valley temple or causeway, departing from traditional Egyptian royal tomb designs.

Made from material: limestone

GPS coordinates: 29.89414,31.20250

Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:58