Pyramid of Khafre
Pyramid of Khafre, EGplace
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Khafre, the second pyramid, seems larger than that of Khafre's father, Khufu. At just 136m high, it’s not, but it stands on higher ground and its peak is still capped with the original polished limestone casing. Originally all three pyramids were totally encased in this smooth white stone, which would have made them gleam in the sun. Over the centuries, this casing has been stripped for use in palaces and mosques, exposing the softer inner-core stones to the elements.
Classic Egypt: Pyramids, Nile Cruise & Luxor’s Legends
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Station: 298n309e · 12.9 km away · 285m
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