Saqqara Necropolis

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Saqqara Necropolis

05 16, 2023

Saqqara Necropolis is also known as the Step pyramid of Saqqara.

Saqqara is renowned for being the royal burial ground of the ancient Kingdom until the third dynasty, and for containing the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest pyramid associated with Egyptian civilization that draws numerous tourists on Egypt tours.

Saqqara, an expansive burial ground and attraction in Cairo, spans approximately 7 by 1.5km in size. An old burial site was used as the necropolis for both the Ancient Egyptian kings and aristocrats. Saqqara is known for its multiple pyramids, notably the renowned Step Pyramid of Djoser. Occasionally called the Step Pyramid because of its rectangular base and multiple mastabas, which is an Arabic term for 'bench'. Situated approximately 30 km (19 mi) to the south of present-day Cairo.

The Step Pyramid is the most crucial landmark to visit on various personalized Egypt Day Tours. Ensure that you prearrange your Cairo Day Tours if you decide to begin your Egypt Travel Packages from Luxor or Hurghada. Alternatively, you could also arrange a return flight to Cairo and partake in a selection of Cairo Day Tours starting from the Airport.

The well-known Saqqara Pyramid was built during the period of the 3rd dynasty (2667-2448 BC). A few centuries prior to the Great Pyramid, the first complex constructed solely of stone was built. Additionally, it uncovers a significant structural advancement in constructing the Giza Pyramids and subsequent pyramids in the 4th dynasty and beyond. Being the initial pyramid constructed with 6 mastabas or steps, this structure is also known as the Step Tomb because of its rectangular base.

This attraction is definitely worth visiting if you are planning to book one of the tours to Egypt or select from our range of Cairo half-day tours.

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Saqqara is a very important part of the MANF mountains, which is about 40 km from Cairo. Saqqara often took its name from the Tomb's own God " Suqar".

Archaeologists found a special burial place called a tomb, where a queen named Neith was buried a long time ago. They also found a big group of coffins and mummies nearby.

The oldest known pyramid in Egypt was built around 2630 B.C. at Saqqara, for the third dynasty's King Djoser. Known as the Step Pyramid, it began as a traditional mastaba but grew into something much more ambitious.

The Saqqara Necropolis dates back over 4,500 years to the early dynastic period of ancient Egypt, with its oldest structures constructed during the 1st and 2nd Dynasties. It served as a burial site for Egyptian royalty, nobles, and officials for thousands of years.

Yes, Cairo International Airport is one of the largest and most modern airports in the Middle East, with excellent facilities and services for traveler comfort.

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