The Smithsonian presents a special feature: Inside the Tombs of Saqqara - more in the comments on our page . The world's first large stone structure built under Pharaoh Djoser founder of the 3rd Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. Under the Architect Imhotep, the original small mastaba was expanded in all directions to a height of 62 metres, a length of 123 metres and a width of 107 metres. The stone blocks are much smaller than those of the later pyramids.
Published on July 15, 2021 13:25
