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Khafre

Khafre

👑 Ancient Historical Figure

Architect of the Second Giza Pyramid

Lifespan: 2520 BCE - 2540 CE
Nationality: Egyptian
Role: Pharaoh
Dynasty/Era: Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom
Historical Significance:
👑 Pharaoh ⏳ Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom

Biography

Khafre ascended to the throne after the death of his brother, Djedefre, and ruled Egypt from his capital at Memphis. His reign was a period of great architectural activity, including the construction of his pyramid complex at Giza and the Great Sphinx.

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