blog writing #funerary architecture

During the early stages of ancient Egypt, Egyptians had basic burial customs. From the famous pyramids to the hidden tombs in the Valley of the Kings, these architectural marvels exhibit recurring themes that highlight the great importance Egyptians placed on the afterlife. It is without doubt that the pyramid is the most famous example of ancient Egyptian funerary architecture. These huge constructions, like the Great Pyramid of Giza, were intended to act as pharaohs' and high-ranking officials' massive tombs (Ingersoll 54). The pyramid shape represented the rays of the Sun God Ra coming down to earth, depicting the relationship between the divine and the departed (Ingersoll 51).