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Construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza

The Great Pyramid was built as a tomb for Pharaoh Khufu, standing as the tallest man-made structure for over 3,800 years.

Historical Context

The Great Pyramid of Giza was constructed during the reign of Pharaoh Khufu (Cheops) of the Fourth Dynasty. It originally stood at 146.6 metres and was the tallest man-made structure in the world for more than 3,800 years. The pyramid is estimated to have been built with 2.3 million stone blocks, each weighing an average of 2.5 tonnes. The precision of its construction continues to astound engineers and archaeologists.

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