The Magical Pyramid of Unas at Saqqara
The pyramid of Unas, the last pharaoh of the Fifth Dynasty, is located in Saqqara, between the enclosure of Djoser and that of Sekhemkhet. Its ancient name was ‘Beautiful are the places of Unas’ and it is one of the smallest in Saqqara; square base has...Read more
Sneferu, The pharaoh who built three pyramids
At the beginning of the Fourth Dynasty, Sneferu wanted to go one step further in achieving a perfect pyramid to be his abode of eternity. In this search, the pharaoh built at least three of these great monuments. Contrary to what might be thought, the greatest pyramid...Read more
Why do pyramids have that shape?
The Egyptian pyramids have fascinated the Western world for 26 centuries, and have become the symbol of the culture of the Nile Valley. The myths that have been woven around them and their builders continue to live in all those who visit the country. The elements that...Read more
How was the first pyramid in history built?
The restoration work carried out on the Djoser pyramid to prevent its collapse has led to new theories about the construction of the great pyramids. The famous stepped pyramid of Saqqara, which was originally a mastaba, was built during the Third Dynasty of Egypt to...Read more