Among the buried were 41 Kushite kings and queens, along with lavish treasures intended to accompany them into the afterlife. The pyramids were often adorned with chapels featuring intricate ...

The northern area today contains the best preserved of the pyramids at Meroë. Some of the most impressive tombs here are the final resting places for 30 kings, eight queens, and three princes.

The waves built up as energy in the King's chamber, the Queen's chamber, and an unfinished chamber beneath the structure. Scientists concluded the Pyramid may have been a gigantic resonator that ...

King Khufu, who is also known by the greek name "Cheops," was the father of pyramid building at Giza. He ruled from 2589 - 2566 B.C. and was the son of King Sneferu and Queen Hetpeheres.

Pyramids of Giza: Groups of 3-4 explore tunnels and passages, alternating with ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic-inspired poses in the Queen's Chamber (angular shapes) and King's Chamber (animals and ...

Other things to look for as you navigate around the summit are the Sphinx, Khufu's boat pits, Khufu's Queens' Pyramids, Greater Giza and Cairo, and, of course, Khafre's Pyramid. Climbing Khufu is ...

the Giza complex also includes several smaller pyramids built for queens and royal family members. For the best experience, visit early in the morning when the site opens to avoid crowds and the ...