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The World’s 100 Best Archaeological Sites & Ruins

Dahshur

Dahshur, Egypt

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RUINS & SITES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 59 2026
Dahshur

Desert necropolis about 40 km southwest of Cairo, built under Sneferu of the Fourth Dynasty. Visitors walk around the Red Pyramid, climb to its entrance and descend narrow passages to the inner chambers.

Highlights

  • Red Pyramid
  • Bent Pyramid
  • Inner burial chambers

Good to know

  • Entry 200 Egyptian pounds for foreigners
  • Keep ticket for entry to both pyramids
  • Hire a driver, no public transport there

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