In a preprint paper, scientists concluded that the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara, Egypt—believed to be the oldest of the ...

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NOVA: There have been claims that a great civilization predates ancient dynastic Egypt—one that existed some 10,500 years B.C.—and that this civilization was responsible for building the pyramids and ...

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. Dates Built: ...

Figure 1: Muon detectors installed for Khufu’s Pyramid. Three techniques of cosmic-ray muon imaging were applied to investigate the inner structure of the pyramid. The known voids (the King’s chamber ...

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the installation of the latest Sharp air purifiers equipped with Plasmacluster technology in the King and Queen’s Chambers of the Khufu ...

Even with cranes, helicopters, tractors and trucks at our disposal, it would be tough to construct the Great Pyramid of Giza today. Its construction 4,500 years ago is so astounding in some people's ...