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Pyramids were symbols of power among these cultures. At first they were dedicated to the Mesoamerican gods, but they also became a symbol of the capacity to carry out large works of engineering.

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Where were ancient pyramids built?

Ancient Pyramids were built in Egypt and Mexico!


Who built the biggest pyramid in Mexico?

Mayans help built the biggest pyramids in Mexico


Where were pyramids built located?

Pyramids have been built all over the world, notably in Egypt and Mexico.


Where were the pyramids built?

The pyramids were primarily built in Egypt, with the most famous ones located near Cairo, in an area known as the Giza Plateau. These ancient structures are part of the larger complex of ancient pyramid constructions in Egypt, showcasing the architectural prowess of the ancient Egyptians.


Why were pyramids built in Mexico?

There were many civilizations who built pyramids in Mexico. Some of the most prominent were the Teotihuacan, Olmec, Aztec and Mayan civilizations.


Did other religious groups build pyramids?

Pyramids were primarily built by ancient Egyptian and Mesoamerican civilizations for religious and ceremonial purposes. Other religious groups, such as the Mayans and Aztecs, also built pyramids, but the design and significance of these structures varied between cultures.


What civilization is the pyramids from?

Actually, several ancient civilizations built pyramids, usually for religious purposes. The largest and best known were built by the Egyptians several thousand years ago, but there are pyramids in Mexico and Central America as well.


The ancient mayans built pyramids in parts of central America which are now Mexico Belize and?

Guatemala


Which giant structure was also built in Mexico and Central America by pre-Columbian peoples?

Pyramids were built by both the Ancient Egyptians and the peoples of Central America, including the Aztecs and Mayans.


Where are the largest pyramids?

the first two are in Egypt but the third (and possibly 5th) are in central Mexico (the Aztecs built them)


Who built the pyraimids?

There are pyramids all over the Earth. The Egyptian slaves built the Great Pyramids, and the Aztecs, Mayans, and other Mexican aboriginals and their slaves built the famous pyramids in Mexico. There are many, many other ancient burial buildings made of stone around the world, and quite a number are pyramidal in shape.


How were the first pyramids built?

they were step pyramids built out of stone