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From the Cairo World / Places
Bent Pyramid
At Dahshur, Sneferu’s Bent Pyramid changes slope midway up, making an engineering decision visible from outside. Interior access is a separate consideration.
Why go
Its silhouette shows the transition between stepped and true pyramids more clearly than a diagram can. The two entrances and interior chambers add another layer when open, but the exterior is the reliable focus. Compare it with the nearby Red Pyramid to see the next step in the design.
What to look for
Visible change of slope
Two entrance positions
Desert setting
Useful to know
Check the current venue schedule before setting out.
Your next visit
Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.
Outdoor visit · 30–75 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.
