Dahshur, Egypt

Historic Sites & Landmarks in Dahshur, Egypt

  • Bent Pyramid Dahshur, Egypt

    Built by Pharaoh Sneferu, the Bent Pyramid was the first true pyramid, as opposed to a step pyramid. Its unusual angle probably results from a necessary last-minute adjustment to the angle.

  • North Pyramid Dahshur, Egypt

    The Red or North Pyramid in Dahshur is the third largest pyramid in Egypt. It belonged to the Fourth Dynasty Pharaoh Sneferu, father of Khufu, who built the Great Pyramid of Giza.