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How do you pronounce Menkaure?
men- car- ee is how you pronounce Menkaure.
Who was buried in the pyramid of Menkaure?
The Pyramid of Menkaure is the resting place of Menkaure, son of Khafre the and the grandson of Khufu. It is last major pyramid and the smallest of the three pyramids at Giza. Menkaure's pyramid was called Netjer-er-Menkaure which means Menkaure is Divine.
Why was pyramid menkaure built?
The Menkaure's pyramid was built to serve as the tomb of the fourth dynasty Egyptian pharaoh Menkaure.
Was menkaure the son of khafre?
Yes, Menkaure was the son of Khafre.
When was king menkaure and his queen made?
Menkaure was made king in 2490 BC.
How were Khafre and Menkaure related to Khufu?
Some people believe Menkaure to be Khufu's son and Khafre's brother. But, some people say that Menkaure is Khufu's grandson and Khafre's son. Did that help?
Is khafre the father of menkaure?
yes
Where was Menkaure born?
He was born in Egypt
What was the pyramid of Menkaure made of?
Limestone and granite
Why did menkaure die?
a very sudden death...
How tall was the pyramid of menkaure?
About 230ft (70m)
What is in Menkaure's tomb?
The Pyramid of Menkaure is one of the three main pyramids of Giza along with the bigger The Pyramid of Khufu and the Pyramid of Khafre. The pyramid does not contain a body.
