This category lists pages and sites about the pyramids of Egypt, massive structures which had a square base and four rectangular sides. These structures were used as tombs for the pharaohs.
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- The Construction of the Pyramids Explores how these fascinating structures were built.
- Pyramids: The Inside Story NOVA Online tours the Great Pyramid in QuickTime VR, explains how the pyramids were constructed and by whom. Also covers a 1997 excavation of the bakery that fed the pyramid builders.
- Pyramids Contains a detailed story of how the pyramids were built.
- Nova Online: Explore the Pyramids Interactive site tells who build the pyramids and how old they are. Also includes an overview of Ancient Egypt as well as an introduction to hieroglyphs. From PBS.
- Secrets of Lost Empires: Pharaoh's Obelisk Explores the science behind these ancient structures. Virtual slideshow offers a glimpse at the tools and techniques which were used, while a Shockwave game allows visitors to test their skill in lifting a virtual obelisk.
- Wikipedia: Egyptian Pyramids Encyclopedia article talks about pyramid construction, symbolism, and sites.
- Encyclopedia Smithsonian: The Egyptian Pyramid Short article tells how the pyramid evolved and explores how they were built.
- National Geographic: Secrets of Ancient Egypt Explore the pyramids of ancient Egypt through diagrams, photos, and facts.