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Pyramid of Menkaure

PyramidEgyptc. 2,490 BCEOld Kingdom Egyptian

Smallest of the three main Giza pyramids. Originally partially cased in Aswan granite, some of which remains in place.

29.9726°, 31.1278°

Look Closer — this site carries open questions: stone harder than steel; stones fitted without mortar, almost no gap.
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