There are still no exact answers to many riddles of world historical monuments. The breathtaking beauty of the unique echoes of antiquity and the fascinating adventures inside the pyramids attract tourists from all over the world. Everyone wants to touch a piece of something unknown.
A masterpiece of world history
The pink pyramid, which occupies the third place in height, is located on the territory of the Dakhshur necropolis. Unfortunately, to date, not all stone giants have survived, and it is all the more interesting to watch a historical monument that spared time. It is called the most regular and perfect pyramid, which was built as an isosceles triangle.
Pink Pyramid: Interesting Facts
There are several versions of scientists regarding the name of an ancient historical monument. Some believe that the original white limestone was removed to plaster the rooms in Cairo, and as a result, a stone with an unusual delicate color was exposed. Others are considering the version that the pyramid acquired such a feature over time: the rock, consisting of shells, crumbled under the influence of prolonged rainfall and sunlight, and now tourists are observing the unique color of the structure that distinguishes it from others. By the way, many visitors to the ancient place say that in fact such a bright shining shade of the pink pyramid in Egypt takes on only in the rays of the setting sun.
Interestingly, now at the very base of the tomb, white limestone cladding is still visible, and the neighboring building looks untouched. Scientists cannot explain such oddities in any way.
Two Tombs of Snofru
It is believed that the history of the pyramid goes back during the reign of the pharaoh from the Snofru dynasty. However, there is no exact answer, because scientists draw such a conclusion based on several plates on which this name is embossed. Until now, archaeologists are struggling over the secrets of the burial of the pharaoh and the internal structure of the historical monument.
Interestingly, there are two Snofru pyramids: pink (northern) and white (southern). The latter is also called a broken line because of its strange shape, in which the top seems to be cut off, and the structure itself visually resembles a rhombus. The Snofru pink pyramid is an ancient structure built of massive blocks without using any mortar, which has preserved its original form to this day.
Mysteries of the tombs
One of the secrets that scientists have to solve: why, at the behest of the pharaoh, were two pyramids erected? After all, it was very difficult to build such massive structures consisting of multi-ton blocks in ancient centuries. Not every place was allowed to build funeral complexes, the choice depended on many reasons and conditions. Giant giants preserve history and are symbols of the greatness of the country. Archeologists have an opinion that the pink pyramid has just begun, but did not have time to complete Snofra, and his son, Cheops, finished the construction of the ancient monument.
Finds of archaeologists
The pink pyramid has always attracted scientists, and in the 50s of the twentieth century, archaeologists from Egypt discovered massive colonnades inside it, a huge lobby with a courtyard and several statues of Pharaoh Snofru himself. Due to the fact that the designs of the two tombs are technically verified, they have not collapsed, like many others, but for forty-six centuries they are reliably connected by their weight.
Pink Pyramid: Travel Tips
For an exciting trip to the burial complex, tourists climb to a height of more than 20 meters. They get here as part of excursion groups or on their own by car from Cairo. Entrance to the tomb, by the way, is free, but there are certain restrictions on the number of visitors.
To be guaranteed to get into the necropolis, you should wake up early and come here in the morning. At this time, the sun's rays are still not so much burned. It is necessary to stock up on drinking water, because the journey will be exciting and difficult.
Local guides warn that the difficult path is not for small children, and it is best not to take them with you to stone buildings. Before the start of the hike, all tourists wear gauze bandages to protect themselves from the pungent smell of ammonia in the walls of the tomb. Suffering from respiratory diseases and fear of confined spaces, it is better to stop at the examination of external attractions.
Before the entrance to the tomb there is an interesting stone - the pyramidon, now restored, and previously split into pieces. According to the Egyptians, it has been preserved since ancient times and was located at the very top of the tomb. But scientists refute this version, believing that it is clearly small in size for such a huge ancient monument as the pink pyramid. A photo of the stone is presented below.
Tombs of a historical monument
Entrance to the oldest building begins with an extremely narrow corridor leading to three adjacent rooms - tombs. It is impossible to walk on it at full height, so all movements are made only in a slightly bent position. Guides even offer to stock up knee pads to periodically rest and not to stain clothes.
Indoor elements store traces of all archaeological excavations and minor cosmetic repairs. It is believed that the first two rooms located at ground level were made solely to protect the real tomb of the pharaoh, knocked out in stone, from protecting the robbers. Do not hope that you will see all kinds of jewelry and household items, because the pink pyramid, like all others, was looted. On this journey ends, you have to return through the same meter passage.
Numerous secrets of the pyramids are still unsolved. Designed to amaze with their unique beauties, they are world priceless monuments. We hope that the new generation will reveal inaccessible secrets, but for now we will enjoy the unique types of masterpieces of the Ancient World.