The Great Pyramid of Giza[a] is the largest Egyptian pyramid. It served as the tomb of pharaoh Khufu ("Cheops"), who ruled during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. Built c. 2600 BC[3] over a …

4 days ago · Pyramids of Giza are three 4th-dynasty (c. 2575–c. 2465 BCE) pyramids erected on the west bank of the Nile River near Al-Jizah (Giza), northern Egypt. In ancient times they were included …

Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza were built to endure an eternity, but how remains one of the ancient world’s greatest mysteries. Here’s what archaeologists know.

The Giza Project gives you access to the largest collection of information, media, and research materials ever assembled about the Pyramids and related sites on Egypt’s Giza Plateau.

The pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx are among the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and indeed already were even in Roman times. Each of these spectacular structures served …

Dec 19, 2016 · Great Pyramid of Giza David Stanley (CC BY) The Great Pyramid of Giza is a defining symbol of Egypt and the last of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World. It is located on the Giza …

Pyramid of Khafre, Egypt, built c. 2600 BC A pyramid (from Ancient Greek πυραμίς (puramís) 'pyramid', [1][2] from the Egyptian pir-em-us, the vertical height of the structure. [3]) is a structure whose visible …

Mar 17, 2025 · Discover the 8 Oldest Pyramids in the World here. Prepare to be transported into a rich & fascinating history on the oldest pyramids that exist.

Nov 13, 2025 · Great Pyramid of Giza, ancient Egyptian pyramid that is the largest of those at Giza. It was built for the Khufu (Cheops), the second king of Egypt’s 4th dynasty.

Sneferu’s Pyramids The fourth-dynasty king, Sneferu 2686 – 2667 BC, was the first to create the pyramid shape that we all recognize and associate with Egyptian architecture. He built three …