Saqqara / Sakkara pyramids

Saqqara / Sakkara pyramids

Saqqara is one of the most extensive archaeological sites in Egypt! It was the cemetery for Memphis, the capital of Ancient Egypt, yet it is still one of the virgin archaeological sites, despite the fact that so much has already been found here!

The site is dominated by the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, which goes back to 2700 BC. It is one of the oldest stone structures in the world!

Sakkara is also the site of many tombs from the 1st and 2nd Dynasties. Most are made out of mud bricks, but some tombs are made of limestone, decorated with daily life scenes. When you are at Sakkara, you will notice that it is divided into:

 
Southern Sakkara, which is dominated by the step Pyramid.
-Northern Sakkara, which is dominated by the Pyramid of King Titi, and Mastaba tombs of the old kingdom.

 
When conducting a visit to Sakkara don’t miss the following sites:

• The Step Pyramid of King Zoser, and it surrounding complex:
• The Pyramid of King Titi
• The tomb of Mereruka and the tomb of Kagimni
• The Mastaba tomb of Ti, and the tomb of Ptah-Hotep

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