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Pyramids

The pyramids were built thousands of years ago. They were built to honor their Pharaohs, Gods and Goddesses. These days, they are one of the greatest tourist attractions.

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Is Egypt dangerous?

Nope! As long as you don't get lost in the desert...

Where are the ruins of Egypt?

There are ruins almost everywhere. The most famous ruins are in Cairo. Also there are some in any museum. Some examples of the ruins you may find in Cairo are: 1. The pyrimids 2.The sphinx 3. The step pyrimid 4. Many museums 5. temples.

When was the kukulkan pyramid built?

The Pyramid Kukulkan was built between spring and fall March 21 and September 22, when the sun did a pattern of light on the northern stairway for a few hours in the late afternoon.

Who was the emourmus pyramid built for?

The enormous Great Pyramid of Giza was built for the Pharaoh Khufu, also known as Cheops. Constructed during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom of Egypt, it served as his tomb and was intended to facilitate his journey to the afterlife. The pyramid reflects the pharaoh's power and the advanced engineering skills of the ancient Egyptians.

Where did the egyptians transport the rock to build the pyramids?

Most of the stones used to build pyramids were quarried close by to avoid transportation over long distances. At the Giza pyramid site the quarries can still be seen. The stones once cut of the rock face were loaded onto sledges dragged by gangs of slaves along a specially prepared causeway probably laid with wooden planks.

Where are there pyramids built around the world?

There are pyramids in Egypt and South America from different civilizations.

Are there any major events that happened outside the US in the1800's?

Are you serious or are you taking the Michael out of us who live outside the States?

In the 19th century most major event took place outside the US, in those days you were no more than upstart former colony.

What is lateral area of a pyramid?

The lateral of a pyramid is a line commencing from the tip, down it's face and finishes at the middle of one of the base's sides. The lateral area of a pyramid is one of it's sloped faces, or outer wall if you wish.

What is the symbolic meaning of pyramid?

Pyramid is symbolic of a mountain. A Square base represents the four corners of the World and the four directions.

Its peak rises to the sky, piercing the heavens, where it connects Heaven and Earth.

It is a path between the worldly and the heavenly.