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because they believed in life after death
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Why did the Maya build observatories?
Some structures at the top of the Mayan "pyramids" are for apparent religious ceremonial purposes, but some structures are believed to be astronomical observatories. Many of the structures are in very bad condition and their purpose is not certain. A simple answer would be that the top of a pyramid is a good place to observe not only the heavens but the surrounding area.
Why do pyramids have a wide bottom and a narrow top?
To disperse the immense weight and add stability. The larger the base, the taller they could build the pyramids.
Why did the Mayans have shrines on the top of the temples?
They used adobe (or dried mud) to build the temples.
How was an inclined plane used to build the pyramids?
It was used by pushing the blocks up to the spot they needed. It helped make it easier then carrying it to the top
Do pyramids always have points at the top?
Egyptian pyramids usually did; Mesoamerican pyramids generally did not.
When did they start making pyramids in Egypt?
The Maya people inhabited Mexico and Northern Central America and were known for making ceremonial architecture. It is believed that they started to build pyramid like architecture almost 3000 years ago.
What is the coating on top of the Great Pyramids?
At one time the pyramids were covered in limestone.
When the Egyptians finished building the Pyramids do they get rid of the ramps they made to reach the top?
There is evidence that they used the rubble to backfill the quarries from where the stone used to build the pyramid was cut.
Can you live in a pyramid?
The Mayan's used to live in the buildings (temples and palaces) on top of their pyramids, not to sure about the egyptians. You could build a pyramid and live in it so i would say yes =)
What is the thing on top of pyramids called?
The top of the pyramid is called the 'Apex.'
What are casing blocks and why are they part of the pyramids today?
Casing Blocks were laid on top of the main blocks used to build a pyramid. They were trimmed so the outer surface would be smooth and the same color. They are no longer used today, because pyramids are no longer being built.
How many of the top 10 reflecting telescopes are there in Chile?
a few, but Mauna Kea is the pre-eminent place in the world for Observatories!
