Friday 26/December/2025 – 01:41 AM
The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced in a statement the addition of the Step Pyramid and the Southern Cemetery to the combined ticket for Saqqara.
A visit to Saqqara is richer and more diverse, as it allows visitors to learn about a group of the most important archaeological treasures, including:
Learn about the landmarks of Saqqara after the Antiquities decision to add the Step Pyramid and the Southern Cemetery to the combined ticket
– The Step Pyramid of King Djoser: The oldest stone building in history, and the first gigantic architectural experiment in ancient Egypt, designed by the genius engineer Imhotep, and considered the cornerstone of the development of the art of building pyramids.
– The Southern Cemetery: An essential part of Djoser’s funerary complex, it is distinguished by its unique carvings and deep corridors that reflect the funerary rituals and religious beliefs of the Old Kingdom.
– Djoser’s funerary complex: It includes courtyards, temples, and terraces that represent an integrated model of Egyptian funerary architecture.
– The area of terraces and tombs: includes the tombs of senior statesmen and nobles, decorated with carvings depicting details of daily life in ancient Egypt.
