How Did the Pyramids Stay Standing for So Long?

The pyramids stayed standing for so long because they were built with strong stones and a special shape. Like stacking blocks carefully to build the tallest tower, ancient builders made sure each stone fit just right. This helped the pyramids stay tall and steady even after thousands of years.

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Imagine stacking bricks in a pyramid shape, each brick supports the one above it, so they all stay strong.
If you build a tower using wide bases and narrow tops like the pyramids, it will be more stable than if you just stack blocks randomly.
Limestone is strong, like a rock that doesn’t break easily even when wind or sand hits it every day.

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