All Egyptian pyramids were built on the west bank of the Nile, which, as the site of the setting sun, was associated with the realm of the dead in Egyptian mythology.

Pyramids of Giza, three 4th- dynasty (c. 2575–c. 2465 bce) pyramids erected on a rocky plateau on the west bank of the Nile River near Al-Jīzah (Giza) in northern Egypt. In ancient times they …

Oct 14, 2009 · Built during a time when Egypt was one of the richest and most powerful civilizations in the world, the pyramids—especially the Great Pyramids of Giza—are some of …

Sep 8, 2025 · The pyramids of Giza, especially the Great Pyramid, are among the most recognizable monuments on Earth. But they are more than tourist attractions; they are the …

Aug 4, 2025 · The three main pyramids were built on the Giza Plateau over successive generations by the pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Each pyramid was a royal …

Each of the three massive Egyptian pyramids is but one part of the Giza pyramid complex that includes a palace, temples, solar boat pits, and other features. Here’s what to know about who …

Sep 2, 2009 · A pyramid is a structure or monument, usually with a quadrilateral base, which rises to a triangular point.