Ancient Invisible Cities

Saqqara - The First Pyramid

The stepped pyramid of Saqqara was the first pyramid ever built from 2650 BC. Yasmin El Shazly and Darius Arya go inside to explore this remarkable structure. They enter the huge central burial shaft and a small ante-chamber that was once decorated with beautiful blue tiles. This pyramid was to be the inspiration for all future pyramids of Ancient Egypt.

Saqqara - The First Pyramid

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    S1 E3 - 53m 53s

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    Cairo

    S1 E2 - 54m 20s

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    Athens

    S1 E1 - 54m 27s

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