Ancient Egyptians aligned pyramids to true north
Ancient Egyptians aligned their massive pyramids to true north with astonishing precision, demonstrating advanced astronomical and engineering skills thousands of years ago.
Imagine building a massive pyramid without a compass or GPS, yet aligning it almost perfectly north. Ancient Egyptians did just that, showcasing incredible astronomical and engineering skills. The Great Pyramid of Giza, built around 2580 BCE, points to true north with an error of just three arcminutes – that's one-twentieth of a degree! This precision rivals many modern structures.
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