Khufu

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. How tall is Khufu?The Great Pyramid originally stood at approximately 146.6 meters (481 feet)
2. What is the builder?Khufu
3. What is the age?Reigned during the 26th century BC (circa 2589–2566 BC)
4. What was Khufu famous for building?Khufu built the Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
5. Why is the Great Pyramid so special?It is huge, perfectly aligned with the cardinal directions, and shows how many workers and careful planning were needed.

Pharaoh: The title of the supreme ruler of ancient Egypt, considered a divine intermediary.
Fourth Dynasty: A ruling dynasty of the Old Kingdom period, renowned for its monumental pyramid construction.
Old Kingdom: An ancient Egyptian period (c. 2686–2181 BC) characterized by strong centralized government and the construction of major pyramids.
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: A list of remarkable constructions from classical antiquity, with the Great Pyramid being the oldest and only surviving wonder.