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Step Pyramid of Djoser
📍 Step Pyramid of Djoser, Saqqara, Egypt
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Introduction
The Step Pyramid of Djoser stands at Saqqara south of Cairo, designed by the chancellor Imhotep for Pharaoh Djoser around 2670 BCE as the first massive stone building in human history. Its six stacked tiers form the prototype of the pyramid, marking the revolution from mud-brick tombs to eternal stone architecture — the mother of Old Kingdom building.
✨ Highlights
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At Saqqara
The Step Pyramid of Djoser stands at Saqqara south of Cairo.
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Imhotep
At Step Pyramid of Djoser, Imhotep reveals a distinct facet.
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Six tiers
Its six stacked tiers form the prototype of the pyramid.
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Stone revolu.
Stone revolu. adds a different flavour to Step Pyramid of Djoser.
🛈 Practical Info
→Admission：~EGP 180 (reference)
→Hours：~8:00–17:00 (reference)
→Duration：About 1.5 hours
→Getting there：Car or tour
→Tip：Pair Saqqara
→Note：Sun in afternoon
💡 Tips
• Allow About 1.5 hours for the visit and try to avoid peak hours.
• Opening ~8:00–17:00 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
• Getting there: Saqqara; pair with nearby sights.
• At Step Pyramid of Djoser, the official audio guide adds a lot.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Step Pyramid of Djoser?
Allow About 1.5 hours for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening ~8:00–17:00 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.
