Königinnenpyramide G III-a, a satellite pyramid of Pharaoh Khafre on the Giza Plateau, was completely robbed of its stone long ago. Uvo Hölscher excavated it in 1909, finding only core limestone and foundation outlines. The base measured about 20.9 m (40 cubits), and its casing stone angles of 53-54° match Khafre's main pyramid. 🏛️
Königinnenpyramide G III-a on Giza Plateau: structure, dimensions, and excavation history
Key facts
- Königinnenpyramide G III-a is a satellite pyramid on the Giza Plateau associated with Pharaoh Khafre of the 4th Dynasty
- The pyramid was completely robbed of its stone, leaving only core limestone blocks and foundation outlines
- It had two descending passageways, one of which was not discovered until 1960
- Excavated in 1909 by Uvo Hölscher; results published in 1912
- Base measured approximately 20.9 m (40 cubits) in length
- Casing stone fragments had angles of 53–54°, similar to Khafre's pyramid
- Enclosure wall was positioned 5 cubits away, 2 cubits thick, with possible entrance in the northeastern corner
- Main entrance descending passageway aligns with Khafre's pyramid north-south axis
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This pyramid contains 2 known chambers. One chamber is subterranean, carved into the very bedrock. The other has its floor carved into the bedrock.
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