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Pyramids of the 3rd Dynasty. The first pyramid funerary complex
designed and built by Imhotep. Developed initially from the earlier rectangular mastaba tombs, the
step pyramid was gradually extended and elaborated until it became a superstructure. Made of 6 giant
steps, it contains many chambers, including a heb-sed court.
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