Pyramids of Giza

Ancient Egyptian monumental tombs, including the Great Pyramid, built c. 2630 BCE.

Overview

Constructed under Imhotep’s influence, these funerary structures showcase masonry precision in the Egyptian context.

Design Features

Utilizes limestone and granite, with precise geometric forms and astronomical alignments.

Architectural Connections

• Egyptian: Ancient monumental architecture.
• Funerary: Royal tombs.
• Ancient: Old Kingdom period.

Influence and Legacy

Iconic symbols of ancient engineering, influencing later Egyptian Revival architecture.

Related Architects & Works

Imhotep (related architect), Saqqara Step Pyramid (related building), Lintel (element), Ancient (period)