The Pyramids of Egypt are iconic structures built during the Old and Middle Kingdom periods of ancient Egyptian civilization, primarily as tombs for pharaohs and powerful elites. They symbolize the ancient Egyptians' architectural prowess, religious beliefs, and reverence for the afterlife.

Key Features:
Great Pyramid of Giza (Khufu's Pyramid):

The largest of the pyramids and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, still largely intact.
Built around 2560 BCE during the reign of Pharaoh Khufu.
Originally covered in smooth, polished Tura limestone casing stones, now mostly eroded.
Its base spans approximately 13 acres, and its original height was 146.6 meters (481 feet).