What is Saqqara?
Q: What is Saqqara?
A: Saqqara, also known as Sakkara, is an ancient burial ground located in Egypt. It covers an area of 7 by 1.5 km and was the necropolis for the Ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis.
Q: What is the Pyramid of Djoser?
A: The Pyramid of Djoser is a world famous pyramid located in Saqqara that is sometimes referred to as the Step Tomb due to its rectangular base and 'steps' (mastabas). It was built in the Third Dynasty and is believed to be the oldest complete stone building complex known.
Q: How far away from Cairo is Saqqara?
A: Saqqara is located approximately 30 km south of Cairo.
Q: How long has Saqqara been used for burials and cult ceremonies?
A: For more than 3,000 years, well into Ptolemaic and Roman times, Saqqara has been used for burials and cult ceremonies.
Q: What was discovered at Saqqara in 2018?
A: In 2018, an undisturbed tomb was discovered at Saqqar which it believed to be the tomb of royal priest Wahtye. The intact interior includes figures with colors on sculptures and wall carvings.
Q: When did UNESCO make Giza to Dahshur a World Heritage Site?
A: Giza to Dahshur was made a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1979.
Q: Is it thought that 'Saqqara' comes from Sokar or Beni Saqqar?
A: Some scholars think that 'Saqqra' does not come from Sokar but rather from a supposed local Berber Tribe called Beni Saqqar.
