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Glimpses forgotten pyramids1/28/2024 ![]() What comes to mind when you think of ancient Egypt? Most likely, it’s the pyramids – those towering sculptures that rise up from the desert and signify so much of what human civilizations hold dear.Įgypt’s first pyramid is known as the Step Pyramid. Let’s examine some of the ancients’ most notable feats, which might shed some light on the mysteries of our own civilization.Įngineering Miracles of Ancient Egypt: Pyramid Fever Their incredible technological acuity indicates that the ancients knew something we have since forgotten. Their influence played a major role in Greek and Roman civilizations, which later inspired modern Western civilization – so if you look, you can feel their legacy reverberating through the modern world.ĭespite our desire to understand the ancient Egyptian civilization, there is a mystery at the heart of their mastery of architecture and engineering – a mystery with an answer that lies buried along with the pharaohs. In the millennia between, the Egyptians made vast strides in almost every area of culture and science. ![]() The civilization known as Ancient Egypt originated around 3,500 BCE, and was conquered by Alexander the Great in 332 BCE. Here, we examine what we know about these creations and debunk some of the misconceptions that surround them. From the towering Pyramid of Giza, to iconic sculptures of sphinxes and gods, the Egyptians were undoubtable masters of craftsmanship. Ancient Egypt’s architectural and engineering accomplishments continue to amaze (and confound) historians.
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