Scientists have discovered a long-buried branch of the Nile river that once flowed alongside more than 30 pyramids in Egypt, potentially solving the mystery of how ancient Egyptians transported the massive stone blocks to build the famous monuments.
    • casmael@lemm.eeEnglish
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      7 months ago

      Hmm yes perhaps with a system of springs and pulleys, one could contrive otherwise

      • Treczoks@lemmy.worldEnglish
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        7 months ago

        Getting the stones to the construction site is one thing.

        Stacking them up in a pyramd shape, though, is a way bigger problem that still generates debates - and loads of crazy and stupid ideas, too.