The 5 Largest Pyramids In The World

Posted on by Roshan Leave a comment

The biggest pyramids in the world are found in different regions, showcasing various ancient civilizations. Here are some of the largest by volume and height:

1. The Great Pyramid of Giza (Egypt)

  • Height: Originally 146.6 meters (481 feet), now about 138.8 meters (455 feet) due to erosion.
  • Volume: 2.58 million cubic meters.
  • Facts: Built around 2560 BC for Pharaoh Khufu, it’s part of the Giza pyramid complex and is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

2. Pyramid of Cholula (Mexico)

  • Height: 55 meters (180 feet).
  • Volume: 4.45 million cubic meters.
  • Facts: Also known as the Great Pyramid of Cholula, this is the largest pyramid by volume. It’s located in Cholula, Mexico, and was built by the pre-Columbian civilizations. Though shorter in height, it covers a massive area, with a base four times the size of the Great Pyramid of Giza.

3. Pyramid of Khafre (Egypt)

  • Height: 136.4 meters (448 feet).
  • Volume: 2.21 million cubic meters.
  • Facts: This pyramid is part of the Giza complex and appears taller than Khufu’s pyramid because it’s built on higher ground. It was constructed for Pharaoh Khafre.

4. Red Pyramid (Egypt)

  • Height: 105 meters (344 feet).
  • Volume: 1.69 million cubic meters.
  • Facts: Built by Pharaoh Sneferu, the Red Pyramid is the largest of the three pyramids located at the Dahshur necropolis and is Egypt’s third-largest pyramid by volume.

5. Pyramid of the Sun (Mexico)

  • Height: 65 meters (213 feet).
  • Volume: 1.18 million cubic meters.
  • Facts: Located in Teotihuacan, Mexico, this pyramid was built by the ancient Mesoamerican civilization around 100 AD. It was a major ceremonial site.

These pyramids reflect the architectural prowess of ancient cultures across different continents, from Egypt to Mesoamerica.

Arsenal 2 Paris St-Germain 0

Posted on by Roshan Leave a comment

Arsenal secured their first win in the new Champions League format as they overcame Paris St-Germain at Emirates Stadium. Mikel Arteta’s side followed an opening draw with Atalanta by taking control with two first-half goals from Kai Havertz’s header and a free-kick from Bukayo Saka that drifted in past PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. PSG had their moments, especially when Nuno Mendes and Joao Neves hit the woodwork either side of the break, but the platform for victory was established by a dominant first-half display from Arsenal. Havertz put them ahead after 20 minutes when he beat Donnarumma to Leandro Trossard’s inviting cross to head home, before the keeper was deceived by Saka’s set-piece from near the touchline as he was unsighted in a packed penalty area.

PSG, stripped of the old superstars such as Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi and Neymar, mounted periods of pressure after the break as Arsenal struggled to retain possession, but Arteta felt confident enough to give a debut to Mikel Merino, a £31m signing from Real Sociedad, on another satisfactory night for Arsenal. Arsenal’s victory was built on a fine opening 45 minutes which brought them a deserved two-goal advantage and gave them the cushion to come through moments of pressure in the second half for a deserved win. This is a PSG team in major transition after the decision to move on from the era of the acquisition of superstars, but the manner in which Arsenal controlled the first 45 minutes was another sign of the growth of the Gunners under Arteta.

As they took a stranglehold on affairs through Havertz, who showed bravery and commitment to reach Trossard’s delivery ahead of the onrushing Donnarumma, and Saka’s somewhat freakish strike from a free-kick, Arsenal played in a fashion which would have delighted their manager. It was a more difficult second half as PSG responded, although Gabriel Martinelli should have added a third when he volleyed straight at Donnarumma, but Arsenal kept Luis Enrique’s side at arm’s length and the win was concluded in comfort. Arteta will also have been delighted to give Merino some minutes, the Spain midfielder being unfortunate to suffer a shoulder injury in his first training session after an accidental tangle with Gabriel.