A UNESCO World Heritage step pyramid in Saqqara, Egypt.
The Pyramid of Djoser (or Djeser and Zoser) is an archaeological find situated in the Saqqara necropolis in Egypt. It was constructed in the 27th century BC for the pharaoh Djoser, it is a significant monument in a vast mortuary complex surrounded by other ceremonial structures. This step pyramid encompasses six mastabas (of decreasing size) stacked on top of one another. It once stood at 62m tall and was covered in polished white limestone, but all that has eroded by the unrelenting desert winds and sands. History buffs may be particularly interested in this pyramid as it is considered to be one of the earliest large-scale cut stone monuments in the entire history of mankind. Under the pyramid is a maze of tunnels and chambers nearing 6km in length. These areas house the king’s burial and burial for other family members. The burial chamber was built of granite and had only one opening with a 3.5 ton block seal. However, no body was excavated as the tomb is believed to have been extensively robbed. The underground maze may sound like something exciting to explore, but sadly, entrance has been sealed off to members of the public. Regardless, this stands out from the typical pyramids one may be familiar with and will certainly provide you an enriching experience!
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