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What are the names of Egypt's pyramids?

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As others have said, there are over 100 pyramids throughout Egypt. The most famous are the Pyramids of Giza. There are actually 9 pyramids at Giza, three big ones and six little ones. You can see all 9 here. The 3 biggest are hard to miss. The next three are in front. read more

h. (unfinished) Shepseskare: uncertain: Unfinished pyramid of North Abusir: 5th: Abusir: 100sq. Never built, earthwork just started-Nyuserre Ini: The seats of Niuserre will endure: Pyramid of Nyuserre: 5th: Abusir: 79.9sq.x51.68h. read more

This list covers the evolving form of the pyramid through the monument that remains the only standing wonder of the ancient world, and two others created by heirs of the responsible pharaoh. Pyramids were only part of mortuary complexes built for the pharaoh's afterlife. read more

The Pyramid of Khufu was built by Pharaoh Khufu around 2550 B.C. This structure is also known as the Great Pyramid of Giza. It is the largest of the three Giza Pyramids, measuring 481 feet in height. The Pyramid of Khafre was built around 2520 B.C. by Pharaoh Khufu’s son, Pharaoh Khafre. read more

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Pyramids in Egypt
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The Pyramids of Egypt
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