Pyramid of Khafre
هرم خفرع · 기자
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Pyramid of Khafre
Standing here on the Giza Plateau, we are looking at the Pyramid of Khafre, the second of the three great monuments to rise in this desert necropolis. Built for the son of Khufu, Khafre ruled as the fourth king of the 4th Dynasty…
Listen in the app2The Granite Casing and the Lower Courses
As we walk toward the base, notice the massive blocks of stone. The pyramid is composed of millions of stone blocks, each weighing an average of 2.5 tons. …
Listen in the app3The Satellite Pyramid and the King's 'Ka'
Walking to the south side of the main pyramid, we find the remains of a smaller, satellite monument. Often referred to as a 'cult pyramid,' this structure was not a burial place for a person, but rather a symbolic home for the…
Listen in the app4The Northern Entrances: Journeying Inward
Now, let’s move to the north side of the pyramid, where we find the two distinct entrances. One is located at ground level and serves as the modern tourist entrance today. …
Listen in the app5The Burial Chamber and Belzoni’s Graffito
We have reached the central burial chamber, located just above ground level in the heart of the pyramid. This room is oriented east-west and features a massive vaulted roof that supports the incredible weight above. …
Listen in the app6The Black Granite Sarcophagus
Inside the burial chamber, we find the final resting place of the king: a black granite sarcophagus half-embedded in the floor. The lid is broken, a silent witness to the tomb robbers who sought the king's treasures long ago. …
Listen in the app7The Mortuary Temple and the Path to the Sphinx
Exiting the pyramid, we move toward the east, where the mortuary temple once stood. This temple was a massive structure that served as the primary place of worship for the deceased king. …
Listen in the app8Pyramid of Khafre
As we stand back and look at the Pyramid of Khafre one last time, we are struck by its perfect geometry and enduring strength. For over 4,500 years, it has watched the sun rise and set over the Nile, a witness to the rise and…
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What is Pyramid of Khafre?
Pyramid of Khafre is a place in 기자 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 기자 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 29.9760, 31.1310 |
| Last updated |
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