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Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur

Overview

The capital of the Old Kingdom of Egypt has some extraordinary funerary monuments, including rock tombs, ornate mastabas, temples and pyramids. In ancient times, the site was considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

About Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur

Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur is a World Heritage Site. It includes:Site of Memphis, WHS No. 086-001 Pyramid fields from Giza to Dahshur, WHS No. 086-002

Selection Criteria

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Components(2 locations)

•Site of Memphis86-001
•Pyramid fields from Giza to Dahshur86-002

Details

Countries: Egypt
ISO Codes: EG
Area: 16,358.52 ha
Coordinates: 29.9760, 31.1304

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