Step Pyramid of Djoser

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Top 1% of attractions in Cairo
8 / 10

3 expert reviews

“This royal tomb, which the Pharaoh's soul climbed to reach the afterlife, is testament to the genius of Imhotep.”

– Michelin Guide

Fodor's Fodor's
"The pyramid complex was built in the 3rd Dynasty (2649–2575 BC) for the pharaoh Djoser by his architect Imhotep, and it has been undergoing study and restoration since 1927." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Built in the 27th century BC, this huge structure predates others and shows a different type of pharaoh tomb." Full review