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Quite simply because of its immense size and this is proven by, at least, two things - The caliph al-Ma'moon [ruled 813 - 842] attempted to destroy the pyramids of Giza but failed. He did this because of the belief that you do not leave any image without defacing it or any built-up grave without levelling it. The fact that these were part of the legacy of mankind was looked upon as a flimsy excuse. And, Also the outer surface of polished white limestone [casing stones] were plundered during the 1300's, taken away and used for other buildings such as mosques etc. The surface stones had already been loosened by an earthquake. Even without their protection the environment / weather failed to destroy the Great Pyramid.
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How did pharaoh Khufu proclaimed his glory?
Khufu did not actually build the Great Pyramid. He just happened to arrive long after it was built and he only claimed to have done so.
What made temples in Egypt so important?
No other civilization built temples or pyramids and these stand as monuments such as The Great Pyramid that still stands today. A king named Khufu built this. The Great Pyramid is know as one of the 7 Ancient Wonders of the world.
What are the names of the three main pyramids at Giza who built them and why?
The Pyramid of Khufu also known as The Great Pyramid of Giza and the Pyramid of Cheops [his Greek name] The Pyramid of Khafre is also known as the centre pyramid. The Pyramid of Menkaure is the smallest one of these fascinating buildings. There were built by these pharaohs as their tombs. they were built right when they started in kingdom because it took a long time to finish, so by the time they died, they had a pyramid ready for him/her.
Why did they make the Great Pyramid so tall?
because they wanted it so tall got a problem!!
Where the Great Pyramids tombs for the pharaohs?
yes and if a man was so rich he can get slaves to build him a tomb or a pyramid.
How did pharaoh Khufu proclaimed his glory?
Khufu did not actually build the Great Pyramid. He just happened to arrive long after it was built and he only claimed to have done so.
Is the great pyramid and pyramid of Giza the same?
Yes. so it is called great pyramid of Giza More at wikipedia.com
How long was Khufu planning his pyramid before he was building it?
Khufu's great pyramid is product of experience with his two previous pyramids starting with the bent pyramid. so I guess you can say that he started planning when his first pyramid failed
What made temples in Egypt so important?
No other civilization built temples or pyramids and these stand as monuments such as The Great Pyramid that still stands today. A king named Khufu built this. The Great Pyramid is know as one of the 7 Ancient Wonders of the world.
What is the great pyramid of Giza also called?
The Pyramid of Khufu also known as The Great Pyramid of Giza and the Pyramid of Cheops [his Greek name] The Pyramid of Khafre is also known as the centre pyramid. The Pyramid of Menkaure is the smallest one of these fascinating buildings. There were built by these pharaohs as their tombs. they were built right when they started in kingdom because it took a long time to finish, so by the time they died, they had a pyramid ready for him/her.
How old was the great pyramid when Cleopatra VII ruled Egypt?
The great pyramid was finished around 2540 BC. Cleopatra's reign ended in 30 BC. so the great pyramid was roughly 2500 years old in Cleopatra's time. These figures are not exact for the pyramid because we don't know the exact date of its construction or finish, so therefore its impossible to give a precise age for the pyramid during Cleo's time.The great pyramid was finished around 2540 BC. Cleopatra's reign ended in 30 BC. so the great pyramid was roughly 2500 years old in Cleopatra's time. These figures are not exact for the pyramid because we don't know the exact date of its construction or finish, so therefore its impossible to give a precise age for the pyramid during Cleo's time.The great pyramid was finished around 2540 BC. Cleopatra's reign ended in 30 BC. so the great pyramid was roughly 2500 years old in Cleopatra's time. These figures are not exact for the pyramid because we don't know the exact date of its construction or finish, so therefore its impossible to give a precise age for the pyramid during Cleo's time.The great pyramid was finished around 2540 BC. Cleopatra's reign ended in 30 BC. so the great pyramid was roughly 2500 years old in Cleopatra's time. These figures are not exact for the pyramid because we don't know the exact date of its construction or finish, so therefore its impossible to give a precise age for the pyramid during Cleo's time.The great pyramid was finished around 2540 BC. Cleopatra's reign ended in 30 BC. so the great pyramid was roughly 2500 years old in Cleopatra's time. These figures are not exact for the pyramid because we don't know the exact date of its construction or finish, so therefore its impossible to give a precise age for the pyramid during Cleo's time.The great pyramid was finished around 2540 BC. Cleopatra's reign ended in 30 BC. so the great pyramid was roughly 2500 years old in Cleopatra's time. These figures are not exact for the pyramid because we don't know the exact date of its construction or finish, so therefore its impossible to give a precise age for the pyramid during Cleo's time.The great pyramid was finished around 2540 BC. Cleopatra's reign ended in 30 BC. so the great pyramid was roughly 2500 years old in Cleopatra's time. These figures are not exact for the pyramid because we don't know the exact date of its construction or finish, so therefore its impossible to give a precise age for the pyramid during Cleo's time.The great pyramid was finished around 2540 BC. Cleopatra's reign ended in 30 BC. so the great pyramid was roughly 2500 years old in Cleopatra's time. These figures are not exact for the pyramid because we don't know the exact date of its construction or finish, so therefore its impossible to give a precise age for the pyramid during Cleo's time.The great pyramid was finished around 2540 BC. Cleopatra's reign ended in 30 BC. so the great pyramid was roughly 2500 years old in Cleopatra's time. These figures are not exact for the pyramid because we don't know the exact date of its construction or finish, so therefore its impossible to give a precise age for the pyramid during Cleo's time.
Was it hard to build the great pyramid?
We think so yes.
Which is taller the great pyramid or Cairo tower?
The Great Pyramid is 139 meters, and the Cairo Tower is 187 meters tall. So.. the Cairo tower is.
For who was the great pyramid built for?
The Great Pyramid was built for king Khufu.King Khufu. He had forced slaves to build it for him, so he could have approval, from the sun god, Ra
What happened in Egypt during the old kingdom?
so that means a lot of pyrimads were built and expecially the Great Pyramid of Giza
What are the names of the three main pyramids at Giza who built them and why?
The Pyramid of Khufu also known as The Great Pyramid of Giza and the Pyramid of Cheops [his Greek name] The Pyramid of Khafre is also known as the centre pyramid. The Pyramid of Menkaure is the smallest one of these fascinating buildings. There were built by these pharaohs as their tombs. they were built right when they started in kingdom because it took a long time to finish, so by the time they died, they had a pyramid ready for him/her.
Why did they make the Great Pyramid so tall?
because they wanted it so tall got a problem!!
