Ancient Egyptian Pyramids

Flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to the construction and significance of ancient Egyptian pyramids.

Pyramids of Giza

Iconic monuments in ancient Egypt that housed the bodies of pharaohs.

Pharaoh

The title used for the kings of ancient Egypt.

Saqqara

Location 10 miles south of the Pyramids of Giza, known as the birthplace of pyramid building.

Djoser

The pharaoh whose body was intended to rest in the first pyramid, built at Saqqara.

Sarcophagus

A stone coffin, typically adorned with sculptures or inscriptions, used to house a mummy.

Architectural revolution

The significant development in construction techniques marked by the creation of monumental structures.

Red Pyramid

The first geometrically true pyramid built in ancient Egypt.

Bent Pyramid

An experimental pyramid design characterized by its misshapen structure.

Egyptologist

A scholar who studies ancient Egyptian history, language, literature, and culture.

Tomb

A burial place for the dead, often designed to secure physical remains and ensure remembrance.