This article discusses a recent study on the true age of the Great Pyramid of Giza, commonly known as Khufu’s Pyramid, and the evidence surrounding its construction. While skeptics have long debated the accuracy of historical records about its timeline, this new study, led by Egyptian researchers, has provided concrete geological evidence supporting the widely accepted construction date of around 2500 BCE.
The study, published in the journal Geology, used sedimentary evidence found near Khufu’s port to date copper pollution from human activity, aligning with the known timeline of the pyramid’s construction. The lead researcher, Dr. Jamal Al-Ashibi from Aix-Marseille University, revealed high levels of copper and arsenic pollution, which were indicative of the use of copper tools for cutting the limestone blocks used in the pyramid.
Additionally, the study provides a broader context of Egypt’s environmental adaptation, detailing how early civilizations along the Nile dealt with climate changes and shifting resources, demonstrating the ancient Egyptians’ advanced understanding of metallurgy and environmental challenges.
This discovery reinforces the technological sophistication of ancient Egypt, showing they not only excelled in stone architecture but also in metalwork.
