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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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When were the first 'true' pyramids introduced?
IN the third dynasty which was the Pyramid of Meidum built by Huni, to be exact. Huni was the last pharaoh of the third dynasty:D
Why did egyptians of old kingdom design pyramids?
They build them as burial chambers for the Pharaohs.
Did Khufu have any other accomplishments than the great pyramid?
The fact is we don't know. Little is known about him other than the building of the Great Pyramid.
Where are the pyramids of Malpighi?
In the kidnies, they are also called renal pyramids. See also http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renal_pyramid.
Why didn't Egyptians use slaves to built pyramids?
The Pharaoh had a ready and available workforce in the form of peasant farmers conscripted during the inundation of the river Nile when work was not possible in the fields. He was able to call upon this pool of labour for months at a time without disrupting the national economy and without having to provide more than basic subsistence. This system of temporary forced labour was called corvée and was little more than slavery. It was supported by a system of harsh punishments designed to deter anyone from deserting.
What country is home to pyramids and the great sphinx?
Egypt and the great sphinx complex, known as The Giza Necropolis, stands on the Giza Plateau, on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt.
How did the great pyramid stand so long?
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.
Was technical drawing used to create the pyramids in Egypt?
there was some form of technical drawing as the best scribes were told to make plans, however back then 'technical' drawing was not very precise.
Why is the food pyramid a triangle?
The food pyramid is a triangle because it is the easiets to represent the data
Where is a kings burial chamber in a pyramid?
The kings/Pharaohs burial chamber is about half way up the pyramid, with the weight bearing chamber strait above.
How many stone blocks a day to build the Great pyramid?
If they worked all 365 days in the year they needed to quarry, move and shape 315 blocks per day. Assume the slaves worked 10 hours per day then need to place in position a block every two minutes.
What do pyramids and mummies have in common?
Both were involved in treatment of dead pharaohs. The body of the pharaoh was mummified and the pyramid served as the tomb.
How can you build the pyramids today?
With cement or bricks and then since we have all the technoligy to build them.
Are the great pyramids bigger than Empire State Building?
yes the great pyramids are bigger than the empire state building.
What was the purpose of the Egyptian pyramids?
The purpose of the Egyptian pyramids was for the pharaohs to have a place where wild animals, grave robbers, and the floods of the Nile didn't have effect on the body. When first built, the pyramids were white, being made out of limestone, reflected light. To the Egyptians this pleased sun god, Ra, so once the pyramid was done being built the pharaoh would " make a connection" with Ra. Once the pharaoh died he/she would be put to rest in that same pyramid for his/her life
Did enoch build the pyramid of Giza?
No some fundamentalist Christians attribute the great pyramid to Job. It was actually built by Khufu (reigned c.2589-66BC) the first Pharaoh of the 4th dynasty.
Who built the pyramids and when did they work on their construction?
Most of the work was done by peasant farmers conscripted during the inundation of the river Nile when work was not possible in the fields. The Pharaoh was able to call upon this pool of labour for months at a time without disrupting the national economy and without having to provide more than basic subsistence. The majority of these men, if not all, would have been naked. This system of temporary forced labour or corvée was little more than slavery, supported by a system of harsh punishments designed to deter anyone from deserting.
Where was the first pyramid built?
The first pyramid built was the Pyramid of Djoser in 2750 BC at the Saqqara necropolis to the northwest of the city of Memphis in Egypt.
