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Discover the Nubian Pyramids of Sudan – the forgotten wonders of Africa. Built by the ancient Kingdom of Kush, these stunning pyramids are smaller and steeper than those of Egypt, yet they are just as fascinating.  In this video, we explore their history, purpose, unique design, and the civilization that created them over 2,000 years ago. Learn why they were built, how they were constructed, and what makes them different from Egyptian pyramids.  From the sands of Meroë to the royal tombs of Nuri and El Kurru, step back in time to uncover the beauty and mystery of these ancient treasures. 🏜️✨  #️⃣ Hashtags: #NubianPyramids #SudanPyramids #AncientAfrica #KingdomOfKush #MeroePyramids #AfricanHistory #Pyramids #HistoryDocumentary #LostCivilizations #AncientWonders

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00:00Have you ever heard of the Nubian pyramids?

00:02Most people know about the famous pyramids of Egypt, but very few people know that in

00:08the desert of Sudan, there are even more pyramids and they are just as mysterious.

00:13Today, we will travel to the ancient land of Nubia and explore the secrets, history

00:19and the beauty of these forgotten wonders of Africa.

00:23So sit back and join me on this fascinating journey.

00:26The Nubian pyramids are found in the country of Sudan, in a region that was once home

00:32to the kingdom of Kush.

00:34They are mainly located in three sites, Al-Qurru, Nuri and Miro.

00:39When you first see them, you will notice something special.

00:43They are smaller and steeper than the Egyptian pyramids.

00:47Their sides rise at a sharp angle, giving them a unique and elegant shape.

00:52The kingdoms are only even a few meters tall, while others rise to more than 30 meters.

00:58Long ago, about 3,000 years ago, Nubia was a rich and powerful land along the Nile River.

01:05The people of Nubia were great traders, warriors and builders.

01:09The kingdom of Kush ruled large parts of Africa and even conquered Egypt at one point, becoming

01:16the 25th dynasty of Egypt.

01:19The Kushites king and queens admired the Egyptian culture, including their way of building pyramids,

01:25but they also added their own style, which is why the Nubian pyramids look different.

01:30Just like the Egyptian pyramids, the Nubian pyramids were toms for royalty and high-ranking

01:36people.

01:37Inside these pyramids, the rulers were buried with drawers, jewelry, poetry and other items they

01:43might need in the afterlife.

01:46The walls inside were decorated with painting and carving, showing the scenes from daily life.

01:52These decorations tell us stories about how the Kushites lived, what they believed and

01:57how they wanted to be remembered.

01:59Historians believe the Nubian pyramids were built using stone blocks cut from nearby quarries.

02:05Workers carried the stone to the building site and carefully stacked them in layers to create

02:10the steep sides.

02:11Unlike the Egyptian pyramids, which had grand entrance passages, Nubian pyramids often had

02:18small chapels in front.

02:20These chapels were used for rituals and offering to honor the dead.

02:24It is amazing to think that these structures were built thousands of years ago, without modern

02:29machines, only with human skill, planning and hard work.

02:33There are approximately more than 200 Nubian pyramids, which is more than all the pyramids

02:39in Egypt.

02:40Their design is unique.

02:42Smaller base, sharper sides and sometimes beautiful carvings and inscriptions on the outside.

02:49They also stand in groups creating a stunning view in the desert, rows of pointed structures

02:54under the clear blue sky.

02:57It is almost like a city of pyramids.

02:59Over the time, the kingdom of Kush weakened.

03:02Trade routes changed, wars happened, and the pyramids were left alone in the desert.

03:07Sandstorms covered many of them, and treasure hunters damaged others while looking for gold.

03:13In the 19th century, European explorers rediscovered the Nubian pyramids and began studying them.

03:19Today, archaeologists work to protect and restore them.

03:22But many are still in danger because of weather and human activity.

03:27If you ever visit Sudan, you can still see these amazing pyramids up close.

03:33The most famous site is Mioro, sometimes called the pyramid capital of Sudan.

03:38You can walk among them, take photos, and imagine what life was like thousands of years ago.

03:44It's a magical experience, quite peaceful and full of history.

03:49The Nubian pyramids are more than just stones in the desert.

03:52They are silent storytellers of an ancient African civilization.

03:57They remind us that Africa's history is rich, deep, and far beyond what most people know.

04:03So next time someone talks about pyramids, remember Egypt is not only the home of these wonders.

04:09In Sudan's golden sands, the Nubian pyramids still stand, proud and timeless, waiting for the world to listen to their story.

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04:19Thank you very much.

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