Bent Pyramid of Snefru
2613 BC - 2589 BC
Dahshur, Egypt
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Bent Pyramid of Snefru2613 BC - 2589 BC
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The unique bend in this, the southernmost and earlier of Snefru's two pyramids at Dahshur, is thought to reflect engineering difficulies with the pyramid's foundation and masonry. Because of these problems, the pyramid was finished off at a gentler slope (43°) than its initial 54°. This change made the Bent Pyramid more stable, by reducing its final height and weight. (Compare: Snefru's Red Pyramid.)
The Bent Pyramid's northeast corner is shown in this photo.
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