Pyramid of Djoser

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. How tall is Pyramid of Djoser?62.5 meters (205 feet)
2. What is Pyramid of Djoser known for?Earliest colossal stone building in Egypt; the first pyramid
3. What is the location?Saqqara necropolis, Egypt
4. What is the age?Constructed during the Third Dynasty, circa 2670–2650 BC
5. Why is the Pyramid of Djoser special?It was the earliest huge stone building and started the design of later smooth‑sided pyramids.
6. Who built the Pyramid of Djoser?The architect Imhotep, who was Djoser's chief advisor, designed and built it.

Mastaba: A rectangular, flat-topped tomb with sloping sides, characteristic of early Egyptian burial structures.
Ka: In ancient Egyptian belief, the spiritual essence or life force of a person, which needed sustenance in the afterlife.
Heb-Sed Festival: An ancient Egyptian religious festival celebrating the continued strength and vitality of the pharaoh, usually held after 30 years of rule.
Colossal: Extremely large, often referring to statues or buildings of immense size.