Layer Pyramid, Cairo

Name: Layer Pyramid
Address: Cairo, Egypt

#127 among attractions in Cairo

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The Layer Pyramid is a ruined step pyramid dating to the 3rd Dynasty of Egypt and located in the necropolis of Zawyet El Aryan. Its ownership is uncertain and may be attributable to pharaoh Khaba. The pyramid architecture, however, is very similar to that of the Buried Pyramid of king Sekhemkhet and for this reason is firmly datable to the 3rd Dynasty. ()

Alternative names: Built: 2630 B.C.E.Slope: 68°Coordinates: 29°55'58"N, 31°9'41"E

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Layer Pyramid – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pyramid of Khafre, Pyramid of Khentkaus I, Pyramid of Menkaure, Egyptian pyramids.

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