Facts about King Zoser – The Step Pyramids

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Facts about King Zoser – The Step Pyramids

05 16, 2023

King Zoser is one of the pharaohs who amazed and influenced the Egyptian civilization. He ordered the construction of the step pyramid, which was the first architectural construction built from large stones like layers above each other. It was built by the great engineer Imhotep and under his supervision.

The step pyramid was built from limestone rocks, and constructed of a single passage that led you to the memorial, and a room known as the grave mine. Discover the beauty and the unique architecture of the step pyramid during your tour from Egypt Easter Tours and have an interesting experience.

Moreover, the height of the pyramid reaches 62 meters. The name of King Zoser was mentioned in red in the Turin Papyrus; This is to differentiate him from the rest of the ancient pharaohs reflecting his high position, and he died in 2600 BC. In addition, King Zoser during his life was the first king to carry out many campaigns. King Zoser sent campaigns to extract copper and turquoise for future use to the Wadi al-Maghara region in Sinai. Sinai is like heaven on earth and rich with its beautiful nature that you can experience during Sharm El Sheikh Day Tours with Cairo Top Tours.

When you visit Cairo, Egypt trips will allow you to see King Zoser’s statue of was found in one of the small rooms known as the crypt. The location of the statue is in the area of Saqqara in the northeastern part of the royal funerary complex. The significance of the statue is that it is one of the statues that have remained as it is for many centuries in Egypt. The statue shows King Zoser sitting on a throne, and wearing a luxurious robe.