2. Pyramids
• A pyramid is a man
made mountain that
served as a tomb
for dead pharaohs.
• Pyramids were
white from the
polished limestone
on the outside of
them, with a golden
point.
3. Pyramids cont…
• The golden point
on the top of the
pyramid was to
represent the sun’s
light shining down
on the earth.
4. Purpose of a Pyramid
• There are two main
purposes for a pyramid
1. To protect the mummy
from the outside
elements and grave
robbers
2. To serve as a house for
the mummy’s spirit.
