Pyramid of Pepi II

The Pyramid of Pepi II is a limestone monument with a square base in South Saqqara and features smooth, precisely aligned side walls. The structure includes a burial chamber, a mortuary temple, and other components that follow the typical layout of a royal burial complex.

The monument was built during the Sixth Dynasty and marks the final major pyramid project of the Old Kingdom. After this period, construction styles shifted and royal tombs were designed differently.

The burial chamber displays carved religious texts that reflect ancient Egyptian beliefs about the journey to the afterlife. These inscriptions were part of a system meant to guide pharaohs through their spiritual passage.

The monument sits within the Saqqara archaeological zone, where visitors can walk between different sites on foot. Accessing the structure requires time to traverse the area, so wearing comfortable shoes and bringing plenty of water are important.

The mortuary temple hall contains 18 pillars, and one still shows a relief carving of the pharaoh together with the sun god. This artwork is among the few surviving examples of the artistic relationship depicted between rulers and deities during this era.

Elevation above the sea: 43 m

GPS coordinates: 29.84028,31.21333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:22