February 6, 2003.Reading time 5 minutes.
The mastabas, an early form of burial that was usually a squarish, mud-brick structure over a subterranean burial chamber, are ruinous. They look like nothing more than piles of rock and sand.
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February 6, 2003.Reading time 2 minutes.
The fayoum is the largest oasis in Egypt, and is a popular spot for Egyptians hoping to escape the crowded city. Most of the activity is centered on Lake Qarun, a surprisingly huge lake for a desert oasis.
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February 6, 2003.Reading time 10 minutes.
The Pyramid of Maidum is interesting because of the unique role it plays in the history of pyramid building — it marks the intermediary step between the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the true pyramids
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February 6, 2003.Reading time 3 minutes.
A small cult pyramid built by Huni in the 3rd Dynasty that no one ever asks to see…so we set off into the desert and tried to find it
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