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Did the kush build pyramids as tombs for dead rulers
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Yes, the Kingdom of Kush, located to the south of ancient Egypt, did build pyramids as tombs for their rulers. The Kushite pyramids, particularly those found in the region of Nubia (modern-day Sudan), were influenced by the Egyptian style of pyramid construction but also had distinct features.
Kushite rulers, especially during the 25th Dynasty (circa 747–656 BCE), constructed large pyramids in sites such as Meroë and Napata. These pyramids served as tombs for the kings and queens of Kush, and many were built to honor the deceased and to serve as places for their afterlife journey. The Kushite pyramids are generally smaller and have a steeper angle than their Egyptian counterparts, and they were often built with burial chambers located underground. Many of these pyramids have been excavated, revealing fascinating insights into the burial practices and culture of the Kushites.
Kushite rulers, especially during the 25th Dynasty (circa 747–656 BCE), constructed large pyramids in sites such as Meroë and Napata. These pyramids served as tombs for the kings and queens of Kush, and many were built to honor the deceased and to serve as places for their afterlife journey. The Kushite pyramids are generally smaller and have a steeper angle than their Egyptian counterparts, and they were often built with burial chambers located underground. Many of these pyramids have been excavated, revealing fascinating insights into the burial practices and culture of the Kushites.