We are all familiar with the pyramid in Egypt and other attractions that have beautiful this wonderful world. Most people have been amazed by the attractions they have witnessed in the world. But have you ever take time to have a closer look at some of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World? Well, if you haven’t, you can start by exploring the three mighty pyramids of the Giza Necropolis. If you have more questions than answers when it comes to the Pyramids of Giza. This is the real opportunity for you to know more about this wonderful place through this read.
How tall is The Great Pyramid of Giza?
This great pyramid was completed in c2560 BC, the Great Pyramid standing at 147 meters tall and it took over 20 years to build.
This was meant to be the tallest man-made structure in the whole world for about 3,800 years. But unfortunately it was outdone by Lincoln Cathedral in the 1300s.
How was the Giza Pyramid Built?
For this classic pyramid to be completed, it required 2,5 million blocks to be cut moved and positioned for it to become how it looks now.
Some of these stones and blocks are limestone quarried from near the site. But then the larger granite stones came from Aswan, which is over 500 miles away. A lot of work was undertaken for this place to be where it is today. No wonder it has attracted a lot of tourists all over the world.
The Giza Pyramid Are Aligned to the Stars
The Great Pyramid is known as the Pyramid of Khufu after the fourth dynasty Pharaoh for whom it was built. Moreover, the Giza Pyramids sits along with the pyramids of Menkaure and Khafre. At the same time, it is perfectly aligned with the constellation of Orion.
Were the Pyramids built By the Residents of Atlantis?
This place was built by the people of Atlantis, or maybe that was German conspiracy theorist Stefan Erdmann and Dominique Goerlitz.
The said theorists were given access to the Great Pyramid in April 2013. And it turned out that this was a huge mistake. The duo took specimens from the cartouches in a bid to prove Khufu took the credit for this wonderful structure when it was the people of Atlantis who should take the pride since they are the ones who built it.
The pair was arrested, alongside with their cameraman along with other members of the Egyptian Antiquities Ministry.
What Did the Pyramid Originally Look Like?
Even though the polished limestone blocks were long gone. It is believed that a very massive earthquake loosened most of the stones. These stones were then taken away to build mosques near Cairo.
These precious stones reflected the Sun’s light so perfect that the Egyptian went on to call the stones “Pyramid Ikhet” simply meaning the “Glorious Light”. The best way you can know about this place is to pay for a visit there and surely you will not regret.