Fascinating Facts About Egyptian Pyramids
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The pyramids in Egypt are one of the main reasons travellers dream of visiting this north African country
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Here are some fascinating facts about the Egyptian pyramids
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The oldest pyramid in Egypt is the Step Pyramid of Djoser, which was built around 2780 BCE
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The three Giza pyramids are astronomically aligned with the cardinal directions (north, south, east, west) with incredible precision
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The precise alignment indicates a deep understanding of astronomy by the ancient Egyptians who built the pyramids
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The Great Pyramid of Khufu was constructed using approximately 2.3 million limestone blocks
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Contrary to their current appearance, the pyramids were originally covered in smooth, white limestone casing stones, making them appear brilliantly white
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While it seems to have four sides, the Great Pyramid of Giza actually has eight sides due to the way the stones were placed
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Inside the pyramids, there are many underground tunnels, passages and chambers. Mummies, gold treasures and artifacts have been found in them
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