Lesser known Pyramids
Though Pyramids are synonymous with Egypt, buildings of similar shape can be found in other parts of the world. Some lesser known examples of pyramid architecture.
The Great Ziggurat of Ur- is one of the best- preserved examples of many-tiered pyramid- like buildings characteristic to Mesopotamia region. This massive pyramid, 30 m in height, built of sun baked mud bricks, dedicated to the moon god Nanna and is located near Nasiriyah modern day Iraq.
Nubian Pyramids of Sudan- flourished in an area of the Nile Valley and were meant as tombs for the rules of three Kushite kingdoms. Over 350 pyramids, built of blocks of granite and sandstone have been discovered. They are between 6 m to 30 m in height and much narrower than the Egyptian ones. Unfortunately, they were plundered and damaged by explorers and treasure hunters during ancient times. In spite of that, the excavations have yielded a wealth of artifacts.
Terraced Pyramids of Gulmar- built of lava stones without the use of mortar are found on the island of Tenerife, Canary Islands. The six (out of nine) surviving, rectangular terraced structures have been dated to the 19th c AD and they may originally have been a byproduct of contemporary agricultural techniques. The controversial theories link the pyramids with astronomical research and Freemasonry.
White Pyramid of Cestius- located near the majestic Porta San Paolo, built around 12 c BC as a tomb for Gaius Gestius, magistrate and member of a religious corporation. The 37 m high structure was built of concrete, covered with slabs of white marble. This simple barrel-vaulted burial chamber was decorated with frescoes, of which only a few traces remain.
Pyramid of Koh Ker- is a remote archeological site in Cambodia, in a jungle filled region that is sparsely populated. More than 180 sanctuaries were found but only a dozen can be visited. This terraced pyramid maintains its structure via gravity, each self-weighted piece holding the building together. Further this structure is made of entirely of sandstone, has seven tiered levels, with a height of 131 feet. The entrance to the structure remains a matter of speculation, though it is thought that a clandestine underground tunnel into the structure may exist.
Pyramid of Hellinikon- was believed to have been built as a common tomb for the soldiers of Argos, Greece. Built of large limestone blocks, might have been used as a military fort or a point of observation. Argos, was a major power center and Diomedes, one of the heroes of Trojan war, was the king of Argos.
Pyramid of Cholula, Mexico- is the world’s largest pyramid. This mysterious looking structure is also quite cryptic. This huge pyramid, with gentle lines and covering of greenery, which cause it to resemble a natural hill, surmounted by a church. Built from a variety of materials: adobe bricks and stone, it was constructed in six different stages, which correspond to different cultural groups that had a role in the pyramid’s construction.
Pyramid of Chichen Itza, Mexico- is the most stunning pyramids that the Mayans ever built. This pyramid has 365 steps in total- 91 on each side and one at the top. This equals the number of days in a year and the four sides represented each season. Apart from mysterious shadows, is home to mysterious sounds.
Pyramid of the moon-Teotihuacan, Mexico- ranked second in the list of largest pyramids. This monster pyramid was built to resemble the mountain Cerro Gordo. It features several different pyramids layered upon one another. Originally built for the goddesses, every layer has rooms that are used for burying
Pyramid of Monte Alban, Mexico- This strikingly advanced ancient site has a combination of grassy green courtyards and incredible stepped pyramids meticulously constructed of stone, located on a high hill. The pyramids and plaza in which they stand are the work of the Zapotec culture, with construction dating back to the eighth century BCE. Ancient amenities constructed on-site range from high-status dwellings to ball game courts and religious temples. Carvings in the stones around the site depict many aspects of ancient life, including some startling depictions of what is said to be human sacrifice.
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The purpose of the pyramids was to show humankind that life on earth is fleeting. No matter how hard life gets, keep going. Don’t stop. When we are done with this life, we go back Home to the Other Side (Heaven). During the times of Atlantis, all the pyramids had crystals on their apex. But have deteriorated over time. These crystals were used to transmit energy long distances and for communicational purposes. Extraterrestrials from Andromeda constructed the pyramids. They used anti-gravity from their spaceship. The technology was shared throughout the world. But has been lost to us. The pyramids were named after the Pyrenees. A galaxy that’s closest to us. But it’s cloaked. The Pyrenees had something to do with Atlantis.